Fluffy Matcha Buttercream Frosting
This Fluffy Matcha Buttercream Frosting is sweet, delicious, and filled with grassy notes. Use it to frost cakes, cupcakes, and more.
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Matcha is a vibrant green powder made from green tea leaves. It originates from Japan and has a distinct leafy flavor. Many adore it, and it is often enjoyed as a tea. It is also a popular alternative to coffee.
My sister's love for matcha inspired this buttercream frosting. For her birthday, she requested a matcha cake, which I decided to frost with this delectable buttercream. Its texture is smooth and fluffy, making it a delightful dessert.
If you like this, you may like my matcha layer cake, matcha alcohol tiramisu, and fluffy coffee buttercream.
Why You Should Try This Recipe
- It is bright green, which makes it an eye-catching buttercream option.
- The matcha powder adds delicious flavor, taking this buttercream to the next level.
- It is easy to make and only requires a few easy-to-find ingredients
- It has a great texture and holds its shape well.
Ingredients
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
- Unsalted butter: Ensure the butter is at room temperature and softened before mixing to achieve the perfect buttercream texture.
- Icing sugar: Sift the icing sugar to ensure no lumps and bumps in the buttercream.
- Matcha powder: Select good-quality matcha for the best flavor.
- Salt: This balances out the sweetness.
- Vanilla extract: For sweetness.
- Heavy/Double cream: Gives the frosting a fluffy texture and creamy flavor.
- Green food coloring (optional): Add a few drops for a more vibrant green color.
Tips and Substitutions
- Chill: After frosting the cake or cupcakes, allow them to chill in the fridge for 30 minutes. This step ensures that the frosting sets and becomes firmer.
- Room Temperature: To prepare the frosting, use room-temperature ingredients. This helps achieve a smooth and consistent texture.
- Dry ingredients: Sift dry ingredients using a sieve to remove lumps and impurities. This will result in a smooth, flawless frosting.
- Alternatives: You may also enjoy this Easy Cream Cheese Frosting or Whipped White Chocolate Pistachio Ganache.
How to Make Fluffy Matcha Buttercream Frosting
- Start by adding unsalted butter to a large bowl.
2. Whisk the butter on low speed for a few minutes until it becomes creamy and smooth.
3. Next, add half of the icing sugar to the butter. Whisk on medium speed until incorporated.
4. Then, add the remaining icing sugar, matcha powder, a pinch of salt.
5. Add vanilla extract and green food coloring (optional). Then, whisk again.
6. Finally, pour double cream and whisk for 3-5 minutes or until the mixture is spreadable.
7. Enjoy this creamy, fluffy matcha buttercream with this luxurious matcha layer cake!
Recipe FAQs
Prepare the match frosting in advance or keep leftover frosting! It can stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for as long as a month or in the freezer for up to three months. Mix it once it defrosts to restore its smooth texture.
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Fluffy Matcha Buttercream Frosting
Equipment
- Handheld electric whisk
Ingredients
- 350 g of unsalted butter room temperature
- 525 g of icing sugar sifted
- 4-6 tablespoon of matcha powder sifted
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoon of heavy cream
- A pinch of salt
- Green food coloring optional
Instructions
- Beat unsalted butter in a bowl for two minutes.
- Add half of the icing sugar and beat until incorporated.
- Then add the remaining icing sugar, matcha, salt, vanilla extract and heavy cream. Whisk for 3-5 minutes or until incorporated and fluffy.
