Introduction
Imagine a lusciously green and sweet cheesecake that's anything but ordinary. With a center so creamy it's like a dream, hugged by a crust caramelized to perfection, it lures you to quickly grab a slice at the earliest opportunity. One bite and you're hooked, mesmerized by its blend of homely charm, elegant flavors, and delightful green tint.
Meet the charmer: the Matcha Basque Cheesecake! Despite its sophisticated appearance, this treat is refreshingly simple to whip up, needing only a handful of ingredients and basic kitchen skills. Learn how to nail this green beauty below!
Ingredients:
- Cream Cheese - 400g (at room temperature)
- Granulated Sugar - 1 cup (200g)
- Heavy Cream - 1 cup (240ml)
- Eggs - 3 large
- All-purpose Flour - 2 tablespoons (16g)
- Matcha Powder - 2 tablespoons (12g)/ ditch the matcha powder to make a traditional Basque Cheesecake instead.
- Vanilla Extract - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - a pinch
Tools:
- Round Cake Pan: An 8-inch (20 cm) round cake pan is ideal. It's important to use the right size for the batter to achieve the correct thickness and texture.
- Parchment Paper: To line the cake pan. This not only prevents sticking, but it's also the secret to achieving that much-loved rustic, browned exterior on your cheesecake.
- Electric Mixer: A hand mixer or a stand mixer is essential for beating the cream cheese and sugar, and for incorporating the eggs and other ingredients smoothly.
- Mixing Bowls: You'll need at least one large mixing bowl for the batter. Having an extra bowl can be handy for separating ingredients.
- Spatula: A rubber or silicone spatula is useful for scraping down the sides of the bowl and ensuring ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
- Sifter: To sift the flour and the matcha powder, ensuring there are no lumps in the batter.
Also read: Matcha Explained: Origins, Taste, Making Process, Health Benefits, and Where To Find Authentic Japanese Matcha Powder
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F) and adjust the heat as needed during baking.
- Prepare Pan: Line the 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang.
- Mix Cream Cheese and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add the heavy cream and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Sift in the flour, matcha powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix until just combined, ensuring not to overmix.
- Pour and Smooth: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake: Bake for about 35-40 minutes. The cheesecake should be browned and still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool: Let the cheesecake cool in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve: Remove from the pan using the parchment overhang and slice.
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