Description
The St. Patrick’s Day Matcha Green Velvet Bundt Cake is a variation of the classic red velvet cake. What makes it special is the matcha powder that gives it a unique green color and a subtle earthy flavor. The cake retains the moist, tender crumb that is characteristic of velvet cakes, making it a true crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
For the Cake
2½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
2–3 tsp high-quality matcha powder (culinary grade; adjust for color and flavor)
¾ cup (170 g) unsalted butter, softened
1¾ cups (350 g) granulated sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk, room temperature
1 tsp white vinegar (for that “velvet” tang)
Optional: a drop or two of green food coloring for an extra vibrant hue
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, sifted
2–3 tbsp milk or cream, as needed for consistency
½ tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
(For a fancier look, you can drizzle half with matcha glaze and half with vanilla glaze.)
Optional Garnish
Dusting of matcha powder
White chocolate drizzle
Gold sugar flakes or shamrock sprinkles ✨
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Generously butter and flour a 10-cup Bundt pan, or use baking spray with flour.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together:
flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and matcha powder.
3. Cream Butter & Sugar
In a large bowl (or stand mixer), beat butter and sugar together until light and fluffy — about 3 minutes.
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
Mix in vanilla extract.
4. Add the Wet & Dry Ingredients
Mix vinegar into the buttermilk.
Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk mixture to the butter mixture, starting and ending with dry ingredients.
Mix on low speed just until smooth and combined — do not overmix.
Batter should be thick and vividly green.
5. Bake
Pour batter evenly into prepared Bundt pan.
Smooth the top and tap lightly on the counter to release air bubbles.
Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool in pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Make the Cream Cheese Glaze
Beat cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and salt; mix until creamy.
Add milk or cream 1 tablespoon at a time until desired drizzle consistency is reached.
7. Glaze & Decorate
Drizzle glaze over the cooled cake, letting it flow down the ridges.
Dust lightly with matcha, or add gold sugar or shamrock sprinkles for a festive St. Patrick’s Day touch.
Notes
This St. Patrick’s Day Matcha Green Velvet Bundt Cake is as vibrant as it is delicious! For a festive finish, drizzle with a white chocolate glaze or dust with powdered sugar, and add a few edible gold flakes or shamrock sprinkles to celebrate in style.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Cake
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
Keywords: Matcha green velvet cake, green velvet Bundt cake, St. Patrick's Day cake, matcha Bundt cake