Hi guys! Today we’re whipping up something super cute and delicious – Matcha Cheesecake Cups!
Growing up, I was always a huge fan of cheesecake, but let’s be real, one whole cheesecake can be a bit too much for just John and me. So, I thought, why not make adorable mini versions? I found these cute little parfait cups at the dollar store (well, $1.25 store now – thanks, inflation 😢), and I couldn’t resist. I got a set of 6 for a total steal.
And to make these mini cheesecakes a bit extra, I decided to go with a matcha version because my little sister recently brought me some matcha straight from Japan! I haaaaad to do it justice. Let’s get started, and don’t forget to let me know if you try out the recipe below!
How to Make Matcha Cheesecake Cups
Course: DessertCuisine: American, asian, JapaneseDifficulty: Easy6
servings20
minutes2
hoursIngredients
- For the Crust:
1 cup nilla wafers/graham cracker crumbs
4 tablespoons melted butter
- For the Cheesecake Filling:
1 cup cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons matcha powder (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon pandan/vanilla extract
- For Garnish:
Matcha powder for dusting
Fresh berries (optional)
Directions
- Make the Crust:
– In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
– Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of your parfait cups to form the crust. Use the back of a spoon to pack it down firmly. - Prepare the Matcha Cheesecake Filling:
– In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
– Add the heavy cream, matcha powder, and pandan extract. Continue to beat the mixture until it becomes thick and fluffy. - Assemble the Cheesecake Cups:
– Spoon or pipe the matcha cheesecake filling over the crust in each parfait cup, filling them to the top.
– Smooth out the tops with the back of a spoon or a spatula. - Chill the Cheesecake Cups:
– Place the filled cups in the refrigerator and let them chill for at least 2-3 hours, or until the cheesecake filling is set.
– Once the cheesecake cups are set, garnish them with a light dusting of matcha powder, and fresh berries if desired.
