Description
This Matcha Cheesecake with Oreo Crust is a delightful no-bake dessert featuring a crunchy Oreo cookie base topped with a smooth, airy matcha-flavored cheesecake filling. Finished with a delicate whipped cream topping and optional extra crushed Oreos, it’s a perfect treat for matcha lovers seeking a refreshing, creamy experience. The recipe is easy to assemble, chilled to set, making it an elegant yet approachable dessert option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Oreo Crust
- 150 g Oreo cookies (about 9 whole Oreos), crushed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 80 g unsalted butter, melted
Matcha Cheesecake Filling
- 1 1/2 tablespoons matcha powder (culinary grade)
- 150 g whipping cream (for matcha paste and folding)
- 250 g cream cheese, softened
- 50 g Greek yogurt
- 100 g powdered sugar
Whipped Cream Topping
- 300 g whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Oreo Crust: Line a muffin pan with parchment muffin or cupcake liners. In a small bowl, combine crushed Oreo cookies, salt, and melted butter until the texture resembles wet sand. Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of this mixture into each cupcake liner and firmly press down with fingers or the back of a spoon. Place the pan in the fridge to set.
- Make Matcha Paste and Whip Cream: In a mixing bowl, gradually stir matcha powder into 150 g of whipping cream, one tablespoon at a time, to form a smooth, lump-free paste. Pour in the remaining whipping cream and whip the mixture with a hand or stand mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In a separate large bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and powdered sugar using a mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Combine Matcha Cream and Cream Cheese Base: Gently fold half of the matcha whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture with a silicone spatula until partially combined. Then fold in the remaining matcha cream carefully until the mixture is airy, smooth, and streak-free, taking care not to deflate the whipped cream.
- Assemble Cheesecakes: Spoon the cheesecake mixture on top of the chilled Oreo crusts in the cupcake liners, filling each almost to the top. Smooth the surface gently.
- Make Whipped Cream Topping: In a large bowl, whip together 300 g whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with a mixer until stiff peaks form. Transfer the whipped cream to a piping bag fitted with a decorative tip.
- Decorate and Chill: Pipe whipped cream rosettes on top of each cheesecake and optionally sprinkle with extra crushed Oreos. Freeze the cheesecakes for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to set fully.
- Serve: Before serving, allow the cheesecakes to rest at room temperature for 10-15 minutes or in the fridge for 20-25 minutes to soften slightly for the best texture.
Notes
- Use culinary grade matcha powder for the best flavor and vibrant green color.
- Allow the cheesecakes to soften slightly before eating to enjoy a creamy texture.
- You can prepare these cheesecakes in advance and store them in the freezer wrapped tightly to maintain freshness.
- If you prefer a less sweet dessert, reduce the powdered sugar slightly.
- Ensure cream cheese and Greek yogurt are at room temperature for smoothest mixture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: No-Bake Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Japanese Fusion