Matcha Basque Cheesecake

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Sift matcha powder into a small bowl.
  2. 2Pour boiling hot water over the matcha powder and mix until you get a matcha clump.
  3. 3Using a hand or electric whisk, whisk cream cheese and sugar together until very smooth.
  4. 4Add egg and whisk until well combined.
  5. 5Add the matcha mixture and whisk.
  6. 6Add sifted cornstarch and whisk.
  7. 7Add heavy cream and whisk until smooth.
  8. 8Strain the batter before pouring into the pan.
  9. 9Preheat oven to 240C.
  10. 10Bake at 220C for 10-12 minutes.
  11. 11Broil for 3 minutes to caramelize the top.
  12. 12Let cool completely and chill in the fridge.
  13. 13Cut and serve the cheesecake.

Ingredients

  • 125 g cream cheese
  • 35 g sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 5 g cornstarch
  • 7 g matcha powder
  • 20 g hot water
  • 70 g heavy cream

Equipment

small bowlhand whiskelectric whiskstrainerbaking panspatula

Tips

  • Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature (besides the hot water).
  • If you really don’t want it to be sweet, use 30g sugar.
  • Bake for less time if you want a more runny texture.
  • Let cool completely and chill in the fridge.