How do I bake a matcha green tea cheesecake?

Experience the serenity of Japan through our delicate Matcha Green Tea Cheesecake recipe. It's a zenful dessert that will transport you to another world!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I bake a Matcha Green Tea Cheesecake. Items include: cream cheese graham cracker crumbs unsalted butter granulated sugar matcha green tea powder heavy cream vanilla extract large eggs

cream cheese 16 oz
graham cracker crumbs 1 ½ cups
unsalted butter ½ cup, melted
granulated sugar ⅓ cup
matcha green tea powder 2 tablespoons
heavy cream 1 cup
vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
large eggs 3

Take note
Please keep in mind that baking can be both relaxing and addictive. You might find yourself wanting to bake this cheesecake every week!

1

Gathering the Ingredients

First things first, let's make sure we have everything we need. Get ready to shop for these goodies: cream cheese (16 oz), graham cracker crumbs (1 ½ cups), unsalted butter (½ cup, melted), granulated sugar (⅓ cup), matcha green tea powder (2 tablespoons), heavy cream (1 cup), vanilla extract (1 teaspoon), and three large eggs.

2

Prepping the Baking Dish

Now, let's prepare our baking dish. Take a 9-inch springform pan and generously grease the bottom and sides with butter or cooking spray. This will prevent our cheesecake from sticking and ensure easy removal later on.

3

Creating the Crust

Time to craft the perfect crust! In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix them until everything is well incorporated and resembles damp sand. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the greased baking dish to form our crust.

4

Mixing the Filling

Now comes the heart of our cheesecake - the filling! In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until it becomes smooth and fluffy. Next, add in the matcha green tea powder, heavy cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Continue beating until all the ingredients are well combined.

5

Adding the Eggs

With grace and precision, crack the three large eggs into a separate bowl. Give them a quick whisk to break the yolks. Gradually add the whisked eggs to the cream cheese mixture while continuously beating. Make sure everything is fully incorporated, but be careful not to overmix!

6

Baking the Cheesecake

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Place the pan with the crust and filling onto a baking sheet. This will prevent any potential leaks from making a mess in your oven. Carefully transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and let the cheesecake bake for about 55-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.

7

Chilling and Serving

Once the cheesecake is perfectly baked, turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for about an hour. This helps it cool down gradually and prevents cracking. After an hour, remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, place it in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours (but overnight is even better) to allow it to set. Finally, serve your zenful creation chilled and enjoy!