Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare four 6-inch cake pans lined with parchment paper and lightly greased.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until foamy, about 2 minutes.
- Add lemon juice and gradually mix in granulated sugar, beating until stiff peaks form (about 4-5 minutes).
- In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, milk, sunflower oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Sift in cake flour and matcha powder, mixing gently, then fold into the meringue in three batches.
- Divide batter among prepared pans and bake for 15-20 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Allow cakes to cool in the pans for 15 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- While cooling, prepare matcha whipped cream by combining whipping cream, powdered sugar, matcha powder, and vanilla extract.
- Beat until medium-stiff peaks form, then set aside.
- Once cakes are cool, layer them with matcha whipped cream and mashed strawberries, repeating with remaining layers.
- Finish with cream on top and chill for 20 minutes.
- Decorate with additional strawberries and dollops of matcha whipped cream before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Use high-quality culinary-grade matcha for vibrant color and rich flavor. Be careful not to overmix when folding the meringue. Chill the cake for optimal flavor and texture before serving.
