Description
A delightful cheesecake combining the sweetness of strawberries with the earthy notes of matcha, perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and ½ cups of crushed graham crackers
- ½ cup of melted butter
- ¼ cup of sugar
- 16 ounces of softened cream cheese
- ¾ cup of sugar
- 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon of matcha powder
- 1 tablespoon of hot water
- 1 cup of fresh strawberries, roughly chopped (plus extra for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar until well incorporated. Press evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan and bake for about 10 minutes. Remove and let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until fully combined. Add vanilla extract and blend. Pour in heavy cream and mix until slightly thickened.
- In a separate bowl, whisk matcha powder with hot water to form a smooth paste, then fold this into the cheesecake base gently.
- Roughly chop fresh strawberries and fold them into the cheesecake mixture, saving a few slices for garnishing.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top. Bake in the oven for 50-60 minutes until the edges are set but the center has a slight jiggle.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional hour to prevent cracking. Remove and let cool before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Decorate with additional strawberries and a dusting of matcha before slicing and serving.
Notes
Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for better blending. Chill the cheesecake properly for best texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: dessert, cheesecake, strawberry, matcha, fusion, family recipe