How to Make Green Tea (Matcha) Tiramisu - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of traditional tiramisu, then you're going to love this unique twist on the classic Italian dessert. Green Tea (Matcha) Tiramisu is a delightful and refreshing fusion of Japanese and Italian flavors that is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.

Matcha, a finely ground green tea powder, is a staple in Japanese cuisine and is celebrated for its vibrant color and earthy flavor. When combined with the rich and creamy elements of traditional tiramisu, th...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ⅛ cups finely crushed graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 7 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 6 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar
  • 7 ounces mascarpone cheese
  • 3 tablespoons matcha green tea powder, plus more for dusting
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
  • 3 tablespoons warm water
  • 1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar for dusting (Optional)
  • 3 strawberries, sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs 20 mins
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 7-inch cheesecake

  • Stir graham cracker crumbs and melted butter together in a bowl until moistened; press crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of a 7-inch round springform pan. Place pan in refrigerator until cold, about 20 minutes.
  • Beat cream cheese and 6 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon sugar together in a bowl with an electric mixer until smooth; beat in mascarpone cheese. Stir 3 tablespoons green tea powder into cheese mixture.
  • Beat cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture.
  • Stir gelatin into warm water in a small bowl until dissolved. Stir gelatin mixture into cream cheese mixture; pour mixture over refrigerated graham cracker crust. Chill in the refrigerator until firm, at least 4 hours.
  • Dust top of tiramisu with green tea powder and confectioners' sugar; decorate with sliced strawberries.
  • Nutrition

    578 cal.

    • Total Fat: 50g
    • Saturated Fat: 29g
    • Cholesterol: 149mg
    • Sodium: 228mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 19g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 110mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 107mg