Baked Vanilla Matcha Cheesecake with Basque Twist

This Baked Vanilla Matcha Cheesecake with Basque Twist is a luscious fusion of creamy vanilla custard-like cheesecake and a subtle earthy matcha base, topped with the signature caramelized Basque-style crust. It’s a show-stopping dessert perfect for special occasions or simply treating yourself to a slice of indulgence.

No ratings yet

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 25

Cook Time 55

Total Time 1 20

Course Dessert

Cuisine Fusion

Servings slices

Calories 310 kcal

Equipment

Springform pan
Mixing bowls
Hand mixer or stand mixer

Ingredients

150 g graham crackers or digestive biscuits
80 g unsalted butter, melted
250 g cream cheese, softened for matcha layer
60 g granulated sugar for matcha layer
2 large eggs for matcha layer
2 tablespoons matcha powder
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour for matcha layer
400 g cream cheese, softened for vanilla layer
100 g granulated sugar for vanilla layer
2 large eggs for vanilla layer
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
120 ml heavy cream
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour for vanilla layer

Instructions

Crush the biscuits and mix with melted butter. Press into a springform pan and chill.
Beat cream cheese, sugar, and matcha powder. Add eggs one at a time and fold in flour. Pour over crust.
Beat cream cheese and sugar for vanilla layer. Add eggs, vanilla, heavy cream, and flour. Pour over matcha layer.
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 45–55 minutes until caramelized on top with a slight jiggle.
Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

Dust with matcha powder or drizzle caramel before serving for extra flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 310kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 780IUCalcium: 95mgIron: 1mg

Keyword Basque cheesecake, matcha cheesecake, vanilla matcha dessert

Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!