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Strawberry Matcha Basque Cheesecake

Strawberry Matcha Basque Cheesecake: A Creamy Delight

This Strawberry Matcha Basque Cheesecake combines earthy matcha with sweet strawberries for a delectable dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Base
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese For a lighter version, try Neufchâtel cheese.
  • 3 large Eggs Substitute with flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a healthier alternative.
  • 2 tbsp Matcha Powder Opt for culinary-grade matcha.
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour works for those avoiding gluten.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream makes for a delightful non-dairy substitution.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Balances the sweetness.
For the Strawberry Topping
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Provides a sweet finish to the strawberry topping.
  • 1/2 cup Mascarpone Cheese Cream cheese can be a suitable substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Freeze-Dried Strawberry Powder Blending fresh strawberries is a good alternative, be mindful of added moisture.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • 9-inch round cake pan
  • fine sieve
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 240°C (465°F) and line a 9-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a blender, combine cream cheese, eggs, granulated sugar, matcha powder, all-purpose flour, heavy cream, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.
  3. Pour the batter through a fine sieve into the prepared cake pan and smooth out the top. Bake for about 35 minutes.
  4. Let the cheesecake cool in the pan at room temperature for about an hour, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
  5. In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream, mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, and freeze-dried strawberry powder until stiff peaks form.
  6. Spread the strawberry topping over the chilled cheesecake and refrigerate for another 2-3 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 390kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Blend the batter thoroughly for a silky texture and strain it for smoothness. Allow cooling at room temperature before refrigerating to enhance flavors.

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