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Slice of layered green crepe cake with cream filling, dusted with matcha powder.

Matcha Crepe Cake Recipe

A delicate matcha crepe cake made with thin French-style crepes layered with light mascarpone cream. This elegant mille crêpe dessert balances earthy matcha flavor with a creamy, lightly sweet filling.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French, Japanese Fusion
Keyword: Matcha Crepe Cake Recipe
Servings: 0

Ingredients

Matcha Crepes

  • 660 mL milk
  • 40 g granulated sugar
  • 280 g plain all-purpose flour
  • 4 large eggs
  • 20 g matcha powder optional; omit for plain crepes
  • 60 g butter melted

Mascarpone Cream

  • 500 mL whipping cream
  • 20 g granulated sugar
  • 250 g mascarpone cheese

Instructions

Prepare the Matcha Crepes

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, flour, and matcha powder. Whisk until evenly distributed.
  • Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking gradually from the center outward to incorporate the flour.
  • As the mixture thickens, slowly add the milk in small increments, whisking continuously until a smooth, thin batter forms. The batter should be very runny in consistency.
  • Add the melted butter and mix until fully incorporated. Cover the batter and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow the flour to hydrate.
  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, reduce the heat slightly. Pour a small amount of batter into the center of the pan and tilt the pan in a circular motion to spread the batter evenly into a thin crepe.
  • Cook for 1–2 minutes, until the bottom is set and no longer sticky. Flip the crepe and cook the second side for approximately 30 seconds.
  • Transfer the cooked crepe to a wire rack to cool. Repeat with remaining batter, stacking crepes once cooled.

Prepare the Mascarpone Cream

  • Place the mascarpone cheese in a large mixing bowl.
  • Add the sugar and mix briefly to combine.
  • Pour in the whipping cream. Using a hand mixer, whisk on low speed, gradually increasing to high speed until stiff peaks form. The cream should be smooth and spreadable.

Assemble the Cake

  • (Optional) Use an 18 cm round cake ring to trim the crepes for uniform edges.
  • Place a small amount of cream on the serving plate to anchor the cake.
  • Lay one crepe on the plate and spread a thin, even layer of cream over the surface.
  • Repeat layering crepes and cream until all crepes are used (approximately 20 layers).
  • Optionally, spread remaining cream over the sides of the cake for a finished appearance.
  • Sift a light layer of matcha powder over the top before serving.

Notes

To make this matcha crepe cake gluten free, substitute the plain flour with a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend suitable for thin batters. Ensure the blend contains xanthan gum or a similar binder for structure.