And not just any cheesecake – matcha cheesecake. Let’s do this! This recipe is simple, requiring just 10 ingredients, and adapted from my Easy Vegan Cheesecakes!
What is Matcha?
Matcha is a powdered green tea containing 137 times more antioxidants than brewed green tea (like, whoa). Both come from the tea plant (camellia sinensis), but with matcha, the entire leaf is consumed. It has traditionally been consumed as part of Japanese tea ceremonies for centuries, but has become more widely known and popular in recent years and is now enjoyed around the world in tea lattes, smoothies, desserts, snacks, and more! Learn more about the fascinating history of matcha here.
How to Make Matcha Cheesecake
The crust is made of dates, walnuts, and salt, which creates a salty-sweet, insanely delicious base for this creamy cheesecake. The matcha comes in swirl form. Once most of the filling has been added, add a bit of matcha to the remaining filling and blend. Then pour and swirl. Ohhhh, yeah. It’s not only beautiful, but also delicious. I love using matcha in recipes because it boasts some serious health benefits! It contains an amazing amount of antioxidants. And it provides a gentler boost of caffeine. Find links to my two favorite brands below (one more expensive, one more affordable). Plus, that color! I’d use it for the color alone. Swoon! I hope you all LOVE this cheesecake! It’s: CreamyRichMatcha-infusedNaturally sweetenedProtein-packedA healthier dessert& SO delicious This would make the perfect dessert for hosting or bringing along to parties. People would never guess it’s vegan and gluten-free! It’s also raw, refined-sugar-free, and super easy to make! Your friends and family will be so impressed with that swirl action that they’ll be begging you for all of your baking secrets. If you like matcha, be sure to check out our Matcha Green Smoothie Bowl, Mint Matcha Shamrock Shake, and Best Vegan Matcha Latte! And for more cheesecake recipes, try my White Chocolate Lemon Cheesecake, Easy Baked Vegan Cheesecake, and Vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake! If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and tag a photo #minimalistbaker on Instagram so we can see what you come up with. Cheers, friends!
