Description
Strawberry Matcha Basque Cheesecake is a vibrant and creamy dessert that combines the burnt top of traditional Basque cheesecake with the earthy richness of matcha and the fruity sweetness of fresh strawberries. This fusion delivers a visually stunning and flavor-packed treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (500g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon matcha powder
- 1 cup (250g) fresh strawberries, puréed
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until just incorporated.
- Gradually pour in the heavy cream and vanilla extract, continuing to mix until fully blended. Do not overmix.
- In a separate bowl, mix the matcha powder with a tablespoon of warm water to form a paste. Add this to the cheesecake mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in the strawberry purée using a spatula to create a marbled effect.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth out the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden-brown and the center is slightly jiggly but set.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid cracking during baking.
- Use high-quality matcha for better color and flavor.
- Allow the cheesecake to fully chill before slicing for the cleanest cuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Strawberry Matcha Basque Cheesecake, Basque Cheesecake, Matcha Cheesecake, Strawberry Cheesecake, Japanese fusion dessert