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Matcha Green Tea Cheesecake Recipe

Matcha Green Tea Cheesecake Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 12 slices
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Japanese-American
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

This delicious Matcha Green Tea Cheesecake blends the creamy richness of classic cheesecake with the unique, earthy flavor of matcha powder, offering a delightful fusion dessert that’s both visually enticing and exquisitely flavorful. Perfect for fans of Japanese-inspired sweets, this baked cheesecake features a crunchy graham cracker crust and a vibrant green matcha-infused filling, making it an impressive treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Filling

  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons matcha green tea powder (culinary grade)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Crust: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form a solid crust. Bake for 10 minutes and then remove, allowing it to cool slightly while you prepare the filling.
  2. Mix Cream Cheese Base: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add 3/4 cup sugar and continue mixing until fully incorporated and smooth.
  3. Add Eggs: Introduce the eggs one at a time to the cream cheese mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure a smooth consistency without lumps.
  4. Incorporate Sour Cream and Vanilla: Mix in the sour cream and vanilla extract until completely blended into the filling.
  5. Combine Matcha and Flour: In a small bowl, whisk together the matcha green tea powder and all-purpose flour to avoid clumps. Gradually add this mixture to the cream cheese batter and beat until the filling turns a smooth, vibrant green.
  6. Fill and Bake: Pour the matcha cheesecake filling over the pre-baked crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly wobbly when gently shaken.
  7. Cool Gradually: Once baked, turn off the oven and crack the oven door open. Let the cheesecake cool inside the oven for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
  8. Refrigerate: After cooling, remove the cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow it to fully set and develop flavors before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a brighter green color and stronger matcha flavor, sift the matcha powder before adding it to the batter.
  • This cheesecake pairs wonderfully with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of white chocolate for an extra touch of sweetness and elegance.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 390
  • Sugar: 24 g
  • Sodium: 210 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 17 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 29 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 105 mg

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