Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon matcha green tea powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla powder
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- Fresh fruit or matcha for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well mixed. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust. Chill in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
- Step 2: In another mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add in the matcha green tea powder and vanilla bean paste, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the matcha cream cheese mixture until well combined, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
- Step 4: Pour the creamy matcha filling over the chilled graham cracker crust and spread it evenly with a spatula. Smooth out the top for a clean finish.
- Step 5: Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set. Once firm, remove from the springform pan and garnish with fresh fruit or a dusting of matcha before serving. Enjoy your refreshing no-bake cheesecake!
Notes
- For optimal freshness, store the no-bake matcha cheesecake in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where it will keep well for up to 5 days.
- Since this cheesecake is served cold, there's no need to reheat it; simply slice and enjoy directly from the fridge for the best texture and flavor.
- Consider serving the cheesecake with a side of fresh berries or a drizzle of honey for added sweetness and a pop of color that complements the creamy matcha filling beautifully.
- For a richer matcha flavor, feel free to adjust the amount of matcha powder to your liking, but be cautious not to add too much, as it can make the cheesecake overly bitter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/8 of cheesecake)
- Calories: 250
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 12g