"Indulge in the creamy sweetness of white chocolate and the earthy notes of matcha in this delightful cheesecake tart."

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"Indulge in the creamy sweetness of white chocolate and the earthy notes of matcha in this delightful cheesecake tart."
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on November 21, 2023

This white chocolate and matcha cheesecake tart combines the rich and creamy texture of white chocolate with the earthy and vibrant flavor of matcha. The tart crust adds a buttery and crisp element, making it a dessert that's both visually stunning and delicious. Whip up this decadent treat and impress your guests at your next special occasion.

Ingredients

  • For the Crust:
  • - 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • - ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • For the Cheesecake Filling:
  • - 12 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • - ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • - 2 teaspoons matcha powder
  • - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • - 1 cup white chocolate chips, melted
  • - 1 cup heavy cream
  • For the Topping:
  • - White chocolate shavings
  • - Matcha powder

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch tart pan.
  3. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add the matcha powder, vanilla extract, and melted white chocolate chips to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until well combined.
  6. In a separate mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  7. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
  8. Pour the cheesecake filling into the cooled tart crust and smooth the top using a spatula.
  9. Refrigerate the tart for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
  10. Before serving, garnish with white chocolate shavings and a sprinkle of matcha powder.
  11. Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • White chocolate is technically not chocolate as it doesn't contain cocoa solids.
  • Matcha is a type of powdered green tea widely used in Japanese tea ceremonies.
  • Cheesecakes originated in ancient Greece and were often served at the first Olympic Games.