Matcha Basque Cheesecake
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Matcha Basque Cheesecake

A modern twist on the classic Spanish Basque cheesecake infused with antioxidant-rich matcha green tea. This creamy, slightly caramelized dessert serves as a sophisticated lunch option that balances indulgence with metabolic-boosting ingredients. The combination of protein-rich cream cheese and matcha's metabolism-enhancing properties makes this an ideal Fat Switch Diet choice.

15m
Prep Time
25m
Cook Time
2
Servings
320
Calories
12g
Protein
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πŸ›’ Ingredients

  • βœ“ 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • βœ“ 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • βœ“ 1 tbsp matcha green tea powder
  • βœ“ 2 tbsp raw almond flour
  • βœ“ 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
  • βœ“ 1 large egg
  • βœ“ 1 tbsp raw honey
  • βœ“ Β½ tsp vanilla extract
  • βœ“ Pinch of sea salt
  • βœ“ Β½ tbsp allulose sweetener
  • βœ“ Fresh berries for topping

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400Β°F. Line a small ramekin or tartine mold with parchment paper.
2. Whisk matcha powder with 1 tbsp warm water until smooth and lump-free.
3. Blend softened cream cheese and Greek yogurt until creamy, then fold in matcha mixture gently.
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4. Combine almond flour, coconut oil, and sea salt; press firmly into the base of your mold.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk egg with honey, vanilla, and allulose until well combined.
6. Fold the egg mixture into the matcha cream cheese until fully incorporated.
7. Pour filling over almond flour crust and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 22-25 minutes until the edges are set but the center remains slightly jiggly.
9. Allow to cool completely, then refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.
10. Top with fresh berries and a light matcha dust before plating.

πŸ“Š Nutrition per Serving

Calories320 kcal
Protein12g
Carbohydrates22g
Fat22g
Fiber2g

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#matcha#cheesecake#high-protein#metabolic-boost#low-carb#antioxidant-rich#fat-switch-diet#gourmet-lunch#dessert
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