Japanese Matcha Roll Cake with Sweet Red Bean Filling
Light and airy sponge cake infused with vibrant matcha powder, rolled with a sweetened red bean paste and fluffy whipped cream. This japanese-inspired desserts ready in about 35 minutes layers large eggs, divided granulated sugar, cake flour into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup, divided granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup cake flour
- 2 tbsp matcha green tea powder
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp milk
- 3/4 cup sweetened red bean paste (anko)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 10x15 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper. In a large bowl, beat 4 large eggs with 1/2 cup granulated sugar on high speed until thick, pale, and tripled in volume, about 7 minutes.
- Step 2: Sift together 3/4 cup cake flour and 2 tbsp matcha green tea powder. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture in three additions, careful not to deflate the batter.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp vegetable oil and 3 tbsp milk. Fold this mixture gently into the batter until just combined.
- Step 4: Pour batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the surface. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
- Step 5: While warm, invert the cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar, peel off parchment paper, and roll the cake gently with the towel from the short edge. Let cool completely rolled up.
- Step 6: In a chilled bowl, whip 1 cup heavy cream with 2 tbsp powdered sugar to stiff peaks.
- Step 7: Carefully unroll the cooled cake, spread 3/4 cup sweetened red bean paste evenly over the surface, then spread the whipped cream over the red bean layer. Roll the cake back up tightly without the towel.
- Step 8: Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour before slicing into 1-inch thick pieces to serve.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Japanese Matcha Roll Cake with Sweet Red Bean Filling take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Japanese Matcha Roll Cake with Sweet Red Bean Filling?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Japanese Matcha Roll Cake with Sweet Red Bean Filling?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Japanese Matcha Roll Cake with Sweet Red Bean Filling for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Japanese Matcha Roll Cake with Sweet Red Bean Filling?
Japanese desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
