Description
Indulge in the creamy and rich flavors of Matcha Basque Cheesecake—a delightful twist on the traditional cheesecake with a hint of matcha green tea.
Ingredients
Scale
16 oz (450 g) Cream cheese
room temperature
3/4 cup (150 g) White sugar
2 tbsp Matcha powder
1 tbsp (7 g) Cornstarch
1 tsp Vanilla extract
3 Large eggs
room temperature
3/4 cup (180 ml) Thickened/Heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add in the sugar and matcha powder, mixing until well combined.
- Add the cornstarch and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Incorporate the eggs, one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
- Finally, fold in the heavy cream until the mixture is fully combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan and bake for 30 minutes or until the top is golden and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Let it cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled, sliced, and enjoy your Matcha Basque Cheesecake!
Notes
For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature. Adjust the matcha powder according to your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
Keywords: Matcha Basque Cheesecake, cheesecake recipe, dessert, matcha dessert, American desserts