Description
Indulge in the delicate and vibrant flavors of this Matcha Green Tea Cheesecake. Creamy and rich with a hint of earthy matcha, this dessert is a delightful treat for green tea lovers.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Crust:
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons matcha green tea powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, sour cream, flour, matcha, vanilla, and salt, mixing well. Pour over crust.
- Bake: Bake for 50-60 minutes until nearly set. Let cool in the oven with the door ajar, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Notes
- For a brighter green color, sift the matcha before mixing.
- Garnish with whipped cream, white chocolate shavings, or a dusting of matcha powder for an elegant presentation.
- Use high-quality matcha for the best flavor and color in the cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
