Effortless Matcha Lemon Loaf (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - Powdered matcha.
02 - Plain flour.
03 - Rising agent.
04 - A pinch of salt.
05 - Unflavored butter.
06 - Fine sugar.
07 - Thick Greek-style yogurt.
08 - Whole eggs.
09 - Zested lemon peel.
10 - Freshly squeezed lemon juice.
11 - Citrusy syrup.
12 - Matcha-flavored cream cheese.

# Instructions:

01 - Set the oven to heat up to 340°F (170°C or so).
02 - Blend flour, matcha powder, salt, and baking powder in one bowl.
03 - Beat fine sugar and butter together in another bowl till fluffy and pale.
04 - Add eggs, yogurt, lemon peel, and juice to the butter mix and stir well.
05 - Slowly fold the dry bowl's mix into the wet bowl until it just comes together.
06 - Pour the mixture into a loaf pan and bake for roughly 50 to 60 minutes.
07 - While still warm, soak the loaf using the citrus syrup to lock in moisture.
08 - Once it's cooled, spread matcha cream cheese frosting over the top.

# Notes:

01 - Choose superfine sugar for a better texture.
02 - Warm cakes take in syrup more effectively.
03 - Greek yogurt keeps it moist and a little tangy.
04 - Sift the matcha so the batter stays smooth.
05 - Baking at 340°F avoids uneven puffing.

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