Matcha Red Velvet Cake Roll
Ingredients
For the cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened matcha powder
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon red food coloring
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
For the filling:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- 2 cups heavy cream, whipped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, whisk together matcha powder, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, and oil.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and smooth out with an offset spatula.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool completely on a wire rack.
- In a small bowl, beat together cream cheese, sugar, butter, matcha powder, and heavy cream until smooth.
- Spread the filling evenly over the cooled cake and roll up tightly.
- Slice into 1-inch thick rounds and serve.
Variations
- Replace red food coloring with beet juice for a deeper color.
- Add chopped pistachios or sesame seeds to the batter for added texture.
- Use dark matcha powder for a more intense flavor.
Note: The above recipe is generated randomly using the list of recipes provided. It combines elements from Matcha Layer Cake (Matcha, cake) and Red Velvet Cake (red velvet).