Matcha Crepe Cake Recipe That's Stacked with Flavor

Matcha Crepe Cake Recipe

Matcha Crepe Cake Recipe

Nio Teas

Servings

8

Cook Time

30 minutes

Calories

320

Cuisine

Japanese

Category

Desserts

If you love matcha and are looking for an elegant, show-stopping dessert, this matcha crepe cake is a must-try! This layered masterpiece consists of tender matcha-infused crepes stacked with creamy layers of whipped matcha pastry cream. The result? A light, flavorful dessert that's perfect for any occasion. Let’s dive into this irresistible matcha crepe cake recipe and learn how to make matcha crepe cake from scratch!

Ingredients

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    • 3 tablespoons matcha powder
    • 1 ½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
    • 3 large eggs
    • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
    • 2 cups (480ml) milk
    • ¼ cup (60g) melted butter
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • Pinch of salt

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    • 1 ½ tablespoons matcha powder
    • 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream
    • 4 tablespoons powdered sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    Directions

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      1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, matcha powder, sugar, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and gradually add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, to give the matcha crepe cake a unique flavor.

      2. Slowly pour the wet ingredients of the matcha crepe cake into the dry mixture, whisking until smooth. Cover and refrigerate the matcha mille crepe batter for at least 1 hour (or overnight) to let the flavors meld

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      1. Heat a non-stick skillet or crepe pan over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or oil.

      2. Pour a small ladle of the crepe batter into the pan, swirling it around to create a thin, even layer. Cook each crepe for about 1-2 minutes on each side until lightly browned.

      3. Stack the crepes on a plate and repeat until you’ve used all the batter. You’ll need around 20 crepes for the perfect matcha mille crepe cake.

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      1. In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, matcha powder, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form. This smooth, fluffy filling will provide the delicious layers in your green tea matcha crepe cake.

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      1. Start with one crepe on a cake plate and spread a thin layer of matcha cream on top. Repeat this process, stacking crepes and cream until all the crepes are used.

      2. Spread the remaining matcha cream on the top layer for a smooth finish.

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      1. Refrigerate the matcha mille crepe cake for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the cake to set. This will make slicing easier and ensure the layers hold together perfectly.

      2. Once chilled, slice and enjoy your crepe cake matcha creation!

      How to make matcha crepe cake that tastes even better

      When it comes to how to make matcha mille crepe cake, this recipe does a great job, but there are always ways to improve the matcha crepe cake recipe. Here are some of our favorite tips. 

      Use a Higher Quality crepe cake matcha

      To elevate the flavor and color, opt for ceremonial matcha powder. Its vibrant green hue and smoother taste will make your green matcha crepe cake even more appealing.

      The reason it's called "ceremonial grade" is because it used for the Japanese tea ceremony

      Add Extra Flavors to your green matcha crepe cake

      You can experiment with adding fruit preserves or a hint of citrus zest between the layers for a refreshing twist.

      When it comes to combining different flavors with matcha, it is important to find the right pairing. That's why we made this guide to help 👉 What Flavors go Well with Matcha?

      Different crepe cake matcha Fillings

      Try using a matcha-flavored pastry cream or mascarpone for a richer, creamier texture in your crepe matcha cake. This will also help balance out the flavor if the crepe cake recipe matcha you're using is too bitter.

       

      Good Food Pairings for Matcha Crepe Cake

      matcha crepe cake

      Now that you made your matcha green tea crepe cake, it's time to serve it with a nice food pairing. We find that these food pairings work very well with the flavors of the matcha mille crepe cake

      Fresh Berries

      The tartness of raspberries or strawberries pairs perfectly with the subtle sweetness of the matcha crepe cake

      If you like mixing berries with matcha desserts, you're going to love this recipe 👉 Mouthwatering Matcha Strawberry Cake: A Slice of Heaven

      Green Tea

      Complement the matcha flavors with a cup of matcha tea or sencha for a fully immersive green tea experience.

      Dark Chocolate Drizzle

      A light drizzle of melted dark chocolate adds a rich, decadent contrast to the cake’s earthy flavors. Just make sure to go a little bit light on the chocolate, because it can quickly dominate the flavor profile. 

      Yuzu Sorbet

      For a refreshing contrast, serve your crepe cake matcha recipe with a side of citrusy yuzu sorbet. Better yet, you can pair it with matcha soft serve ice cream!

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