Name: Strawberry Matcha Latte Cheesecake
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups crushed vanilla wafers or graham crackers; ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted; 1 tsp matcha powder; 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened; ¾ cup powdered sugar (or granulated sugar, to taste); 2 tsp matcha powder (sifted); 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 cup heavy cream, cold; 1 cup strawberry purée or finely chopped strawberries; 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries; 2 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste); 1 tsp lemon juice (optional); Whipped cream; Fresh strawberries; Light dusting of matcha powd

Description

This Strawberry Matcha Latte Cheesecake is a dreamy fusion dessert combining earthy matcha with bright, sweet strawberry flavor — just like your favorite strawberry matcha latte, but in cheesecake form. Perfect for brunch, afternoon treats, or as a centerpiece dessert that’s elegant and playful.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Crust (Optional)

1 ½ cups crushed vanilla wafers or graham crackers
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp matcha powder

For the Filling

16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
¾ cup powdered sugar (or granulated sugar, to taste)
2 tsp matcha powder (sifted)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup heavy cream, cold
1 cup strawberry purée or finely chopped strawberries

For the Strawberry Layer / Swirl

1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
2 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
1 tsp lemon juice (optional)

For Garnish (Optional)

Whipped cream
Fresh strawberries
Light dusting of matcha powd

Instructions

Make the Crust (if using)
Mix crushed wafers/graham crackers with melted butter and matcha. Press into a pan and chill.
Prepare Strawberry Layer
Cook strawberries with sugar (and lemon juice) until soft. Cool and blend/mash to desired texture.
Make Matcha Cheesecake Filling
Beat cream cheese with sugar and vanilla. Sift in matcha and mix until smooth. Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks, then fold into cream cheese mixture gently.
Assemble Cheesecake
Pour ~2/3 of matcha filling over crust. Swirl in strawberry purée in ribbons/layers. Top with remaining matcha filling and smooth surface.
Chill Until Set
Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight for best texture and flavor.
Garnish & Serve
Add whipped cream, fresh strawberries, and dust with matcha. Slice with a hot knife for clean pieces.

Notes

Use sifted matcha to avoid lumps.
Whip cream very cold and fold gently for airy texture.
Cool strawberry purée before swirling to maintain vibrant layers.
Ensure adequate chilling — under-chilling results in a soft, unstable cheesecake.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcal
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 120mg
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 5g