Sunday, July 12, 2009

Matcha Cheese Cake


It's a variation of Japanese rare cheesecakes and is flavored with matcha (green tea powder). This is a delicious no-bake dessert.


Ingredients:

* 1 Tbsp gelatine powder & 1/4 cup water
* 6 oz cream cheese, softened
* 1/3 cup plain yogurt
* 1/4 cup sugar
* 1/4 cup heavy cream
* 1 Tbsp match green tea powder and 3 Tbsp warm water, mixed
* For Crust: 1 package graham crackers crushed into crumbs & 3 Tbsp butter & 1 Tbsp sugar

Preparation:
Mix gelatine powder and water in a small cup and set aside. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Spread the crumbs in bottom of a 8 inch round cake pan. Flatten the crust, pressing with a spoon. Chill in refrigerator. Stir softened cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl. Add plain yogurt and heavy cream and mix until smooth. Further, add matcha green tea powder mixture into the filling. Heat gelatine mixture in the microwave until becomes liquid and add it to the filling. Stir well. Pour the filling on top of the crust and spread evenly. Refrigerate the cake for 3 hours, or until set.

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