Add the sifted green tea powder and mix until smooth. Add this back into the main cake batter and stir until just combined. Spoon one-half of the green tea batter into the prepared pan(s).

The cake needs several hours in the fridge to set ... vegetable shortening instead of cocoa butter. For the matcha (green tea powder), there’s no need to use the super-expensive ceremonial ...

It also helps keep the loaf moist, which is sometimes a challenge with gluten-free bakes. Serve it as part of a weekend ...