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Sensuous Japanese Matcha Mochi Cake – Vegan

Discover this exquisite vegan Japanese Matcha Mochi Cake recipe, a fusion of Eastern and Western dessert traditions. Enjoy the sensory experience of its mouthfeel, aroma, and stunning plating in this Flux/ComfyUI compatible image.

🕒 1. Prep Time - 20 minutes 2. Cook Time - 35 minutes 3. Total Time - 55 minutes
🍽 Servings: 2 servings
🔥 Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Japanese

Allergens

N/A (but note that this recipe is vegan)

Ingredients

  • 1. 1 cup gluten
  • free all
  • purpose flour 2. 1/4 cup almond flour 3. 1/4 cup coconut sugar 4. 1 teaspoon baking powder 5. A pinch of salt 6. 1/2 cup almond milk 7. 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted 8. 2 tablespoons matcha green tea powder 9. 1/3 cup silken tofu 10. 1/4 cup maple syrup

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten free all purpose flour, almond flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  2. In another bowl, mix the almond milk, melted coconut oil, and silken tofu until smooth.
  3. Add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until combined.
  4. Fold in the matcha green tea powder, ensuring an even distribution of color.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 6 inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 30 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before removing it.
  9. Drizzle the maple syrup over the top of the cake and serve.

Chef’s Insight

The combination of almond flour and gluten-free all-purpose flour creates a perfect texture for this vegan cake, while the coconut sugar adds a subtle caramel note.

Notes

If you're a fan of creamy, velvety textures and aromatic flavors, this matcha mochi cake is perfect for you.

Cultural or Historical Background

Matcha has been an essential part of Japanese culture for centuries, with its origins dating back to the Tang Dynasty in China. It was brought to Japan by Buddhist monks and became popular among samurai classes in the 12th century.