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White Chocolate Matcha Mousse Cake

Irresistible White Chocolate Matcha Mousse Cake Recipe

This White Chocolate Matcha Mousse Cake combines rich white chocolate and earthy matcha for an elegant and visually stunning dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Milk Can substitute with almond milk or any plant-based milk.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Ensure it’s softened for easy incorporation.
  • 3/4 cup Caster Sugar Superfine sugar is necessary for smooth mixing.
  • 3 large Eggs Provide structural foundation.
  • 2 tablespoons Matcha Powder Use high-quality culinary-grade matcha.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be replaced with gluten-free flour.
For the Mousse
  • 2 leaves Gelatin Leaves Preferred for a cleaner texture.
  • 8 ounces White Chocolate Choose good-quality white chocolate.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Used for whipping into peaks.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Can be adjusted for taste.
For Decoration
  • 1 tablespoon Matcha Powder Adds visual appeal to the presentation.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Cake Tin
  • Microwave
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line an 8-inch and a 7-inch cake tin with baking paper and acetate.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the milk and softened unsalted butter, heating for about 30 seconds until melted. Allow it to cool slightly.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and caster sugar until the mixture is pale and has tripled in volume.
  4. Gently fold in sifted all-purpose flour and matcha powder until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the 8-inch tin and bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Mousse Preparation
  1. While the cake bakes, soak gelatin leaves in cold water for about 5 minutes to soften.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine melted white chocolate, heavy cream, and a splash of cold water, microwaving for 90 seconds until smooth.
  3. Once melted, squeeze excess water from the gelatin and stir it into the white chocolate mixture until fully dissolved.
  4. Let this mixture cool to room temperature before preparing the whipped cream.
Whipping Cream
  1. In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until it reaches stiff peaks.
  2. Carefully fold the cooled white chocolate mixture into the whipped cream.
  3. Pour this mousse over the cooled sponge cake in the 7-inch tin, smoothing the top gently with a spatula.
Matcha Mousse Preparation
  1. To make the matcha mousse, combine matcha powder with a small amount of cold water and cream in a bowl, heating briefly in the microwave.
  2. Soak gelatin as before, adding it to the warm matcha mixture while stirring until fully dissolved.
  3. Once cooled, fold this mixture into whipped cream.
  4. Spoon the matcha layer over the white chocolate layer in the 7-inch tin, leveling the top.
Chilling and Serving
  1. Cover the cake and place it in the freezer for at least 4 hours or until all layers are fully set.
  2. Once set, remove it from the tin and dust the top with matcha powder before serving.
  3. Slice with a hot knife for clean edges and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients and measure accurately for the best results. Allow enough cooling time between layers to prevent melting.

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