Deliciously light and airy, this nine-inch piece of Matcha Cheesecake heaven is the perfect, not-too-sweet, gloriously green treat to satisfy your dessert craving.
I am a tea connoisseur. OK... that may be a little overstated. I am a lover of tea, and I take every opportunity to try the many flavours that exist. I do have a few favourites and at the top of that list is Matcha. It helped me survive university, after all.
One might argue that it is a favourite because of the colour - valid argument - but, it also boasts a long list of health benefits (see here).
So with all those wonderful health benefits, I am guessing this would qualify as a healthy dessert. Right?
Well, let's pretend it is, because I have already had two slices and I see no sign of slowing down. I kid you not when I say it is GOOD! K has had three slices - he isn't huge on sweets and likes that it isn't very sweet, even with the oreo base.
This 9-inch piece of green heaven almost didn't make it onto the blog. Not because of taste, but aesthetics. Someone wasn't feeling well and fell asleep while this was in the oven. That someone is on medication that 'causes drowsiness' and warns not to 'operate machinery', which, I suppose includes an oven. 🙂
When I was finally jolted awake by the incessant beeping of the oven timer, the cake had already been in the oven five minutes longer than it should. Fortunately, my oven turns off with the timer and cools down fairly quickly, so I was able to salvage the cake.
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However, the edges were visibly more tanned than is natural for a green cake. I was so disappointed and wanted to start over, but like I said earlier, I was in no shape to be baking in the first place, a second attempt was just not in the cards.
So once the cake had cooled and chilled, I undertook the tedious task of removing the caramel skin - all the while trying to stay awake and not completely ruin the edges. This is as good as I could get it; which, in the grand scheme of things isn't horrible.
To finish it off, I used a stencil and some Matcha powder to create this feather pattern. I don't think I've ever seen this done, so this may be a first for a cheesecake. 😉 Now cut and enjoy! Repeat as often as desired.
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1½ cups Oreo crumbs
- ½ cup melted butter
Cheesecake:
- 3 tablespoon water
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tablespoon Matcha tea powder
- 2 - 250 g packages cream cheese room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2½ tablespoon corn starch sifted
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
- ⅓ cup whipping cream
- ½ cup milk
Instructions
To make the crust:
- Combine the Oreo crumbs with the melted butter and press into the bottom of a 7” or 9” spring-form pan. Bake at 325F for 5-7 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool before we pour in the cheesecake base.
For the cheesecake:
- Combine water and ⅓ cup of sugar in a small saucepan and heat until the mixture is warm and the sugar has dissolved completely. Add the Matcha powder and mix well. Set aside.
- Cut cream cheese into cubes and place in the mixing bowl of stand mixer. Attach the paddle attachment and set to low speed (#2 if using a Kitchen Aid). Add the remaining sugar and Matcha tea mixture to the cream cheese and blend until smooth, about 2 minutes.
- Add the vanilla extract and sifted corn-starch. Lower speed to 1 and slowly add the eggs, beat until fully incorporated. Add the whipping cream and milk and mix until they are well combined.
- Bake cheesecake at 325F for 45-55 mins, or until the edges are set. Turn oven off and, with oven door closed, allow the cheesecake to continue to cook for another 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely.
- Refrigerate for a few hours or overnight. Decorate to your liking, or enjoy as is!
Deb says
I would never have known the cheesecake was overbaked! It's appears to be luscious! I adore the pale green cake and it's leafy stencil, well done!
Radhika says
That's beautiful! The stencil is lovely too.
I Sugar Coat It! says
Thanks! The edges browned a little, but the cake itself was just right. Smooth, light and rich without being overly sweet.
I Sugar Coat It! says
Thank you!
Regina @SpecialtyCakeCreations says
Coffee is definitely my choice of hot beverage and any coffee, mocha or espresso dessert gets my first pick. But your gorgeous looking cheesecake would even have me try matcha. My one and only encounter with it (in a smoothie paired with raspberry) didn't go over so well. I probably should try a hot version sometime.
Zanitea says
Love this! Beautiful decoration on the cake, and gorgeous photos. My blog is all about cooking with tea and I've done a couple of yummy recipes with DAVIDsTEA, including a Banana Oolong Pudding and a Milk Oolong Braised Fish. Love cooking with their teas.
Paula Kelly-Bourque says
Thank goodness for oven timers that beep incessantly 🙂 The flavour of this cheesecake is quite intriguing and this is the first time I've seen anyone do a stencil on one. It is gorgeous.
I Sugar Coat It! says
Intriguing, indeed! Thank you.
I Sugar Coat It! says
I am not a big fan of coffee, but I do enjoy it in desserts. I have used it in a banana-strawberry smoothie and loved it. Give it another go.
I Sugar Coat It! says
Thank you! Your recipes have piqued my curiosity - will have to visit your blog.
Lynna says
Love the decoration. I would love to try this!
I Sugar Coat It! says
You should - it is very simple!! Would love to see if you do!
G Pavao says
My family loves cheesecakes and I'm always looking for new recipes. Thanks for sharing this one. I love the stenciling on top. Never thought to do that.
Devyani says
I am going to try this. It looks divine! Love the pattern too! When you say oreo crumbs, do you mean with or without the cream? Just wondering...
I Sugar Coat It! says
So sorry, Devyani - just saw your comment. Oreo without the cream middle. You can just purchase the oreo crumbs at the grocery store to make life easier.
I Sugar Coat It! says
I have so many stencils and was looking for an opportunity to use this feather set. Please do let me know if you try it!
I Sugar Coat It! says
This was WONDERFUL! I found a few different matcha cheesecake recipes on the internet, and I didn't know which to try. I ended up going with yours because it used twice as much cream cheese... and who doesn't love cream cheese!! I'm glad I did, because this was great. My boyfriend is a matcha aficionado, and he loved this cake. Thanks!
I Sugar Coat It! says
It's so great to hear that you have tried it!! Thanks for doing so and for dropping by to let me know. I just took a quick visit to your blog and I love it! Hope to see future posts.
Mallory @ Because I Like Choco says
The feather pattern on top makes it. Gorgeous.
I Sugar Coat It! says
I think so, too! 😉