Strawberry Matcha Basque Cheesecake
Indulge in the delightful Strawberry Matcha Basque Cheesecake, where luscious flavors meet stunning presentation. This creamy dessert features the earthy notes of matcha harmoniously blended with the sweetness of strawberries, creating a treat that’s as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eyes. Perfect for family gatherings, special occasions, or simply as a sweet ending to a busy weeknight dinner, this cheesecake will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen. With its easy preparation and make-ahead convenience, you can impress your friends and family with minimal effort. Each slice not only offers an indulgent experience but also showcases vibrant colors that are sure to wow your guests.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 440g cream cheese
- 3 eggs
- 120g sugar
- 12g matcha powder
- 20g all-purpose flour
- 270g heavy cream
- Pinch of salt
- 330ml heavy whipping cream
- 250g mascarpone
- 86g powdered sugar
- 6 tbsp freeze-dried strawberry powder
- Fresh strawberries for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 240C/465F and line a 24cm round cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a blender, combine cream cheese, eggs, sugar, matcha powder, all-purpose flour, heavy cream, and salt until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 35 minutes until top is browned and center is jiggly.
- Allow cheesecake to cool before refrigerating for 2-3 hours.
- Beat together heavy whipping cream, mascarpone, powdered sugar, and freeze-dried strawberry powder until stiff peaks form; spread on cooled cheesecake.
- Decorate with fresh strawberries before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 126mg