Keto Green Matcha Cheesecake

The Keto Green Matcha Cheesecake is not only a dessert, but it is also aesthetically pleasing due to its bright green color. Its recipe is crafted with great care to keep it keto. The cheesecake features a keto crust made with almond flour & keto filling made using eggs, sour cream, matcha powder, keto sweetener, and cream cheese. All these items are high in fat and low in carbs, which perfectly fit your keto goals. Enjoy the Keto Green Matcha Cheesecake as you can serve it chilled.

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STATISTICAL OVERVIEW:

• Diet: Low in carbs, ketogenic,
• Course: Dessert
• Cuisine: Fusion of Japanese & American
• Time for prep: Twenty mins
• Cooking time: Fifty(50) mins
• Working time(total): 70 minutes
• Size/serving: Single slice
• Total yield: 12 slices
• Level of difficulty: Moderate
• Mode of cooking: Baking

TOOLS:

• Bowls for mixing(Normal & big size)
• Paper of parchment
• Springform pan. nine-inches
• Foil, aluminium
• An electric mixer(hand/stand)
• Baking sheet
• Spatula, rubber
• A whisk
• Spoons & cups, to measure

INGREDIENTS:

CRUST:

• 0.5 teaspoon of vanilla essence
• Almond flour, 1.5 cups
• A bit of salt
• 1/4th cup of butter, melted
• Erythritol(powdered), two tbsp.

CHEESECAKE FILLING:

• 2 eggs
• Cream cheese, sixteen oz.(450 grams)
• 1 tbsp. of flour, coconut
• Half a cup of sour cream
• 1 tbsp. of matcha green tea powder
• Monkfruit/erythritol, 0.5 cup
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence

INGREDIENT NOTES:

MATCHA POWDER:

• Always opt for culinary or ceremonial-grade, premium-quality matcha powder for maximum flavor and vivid color.

SOUR CREAM:

• Using sour cream in the filling will give a delicious, tangy flavor to it. You may use cream of coconut/yogurt(Greek) as a replacement for cream(sour).

ALMOND FLOUR:

• Use the well-ground flour of skinless almonds to have a smooth crust base. You may swap it with walnut powder or flour of pecan for a flavor twist.

FLOUR OF COCONUT:

• Since it is not a compulsory item, adding it will give you a firmer filling. You may use the flour of almonds in the filling to replace the flour of coconut, or entirely skip the flour.

SWEETENER(KETO):

• You may use the grainy sweetener in the crust, but always go for the powdered version for the filling to have a silky smooth texture. Here, we have used the Erythritol, but you may go for any one of the stevia blends, monk fruit, or allulose if you don’t have the erythritol available.

CREAM CHEESE:

• Avoid the use of spreadable cream cheese in this filling, as, block of full-fat cream cheese works best. Use vegan cream cheese to have the non-dairy version.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

CRUST:

1. Set the oven(empty) at 160 degrees C & begin working.
2. Cover the base of the springform pan(9-inch) using paper of parchment.
3. Include the butter(melted), salt, flour(almond), vanilla essence, and sweetener in a normal-sized bowl.
4. Mix well till it resembles wet sand.
5. Now, transfer it into the pan(springform) & press it to have a level surface of crust.
6. Shift it to the oven for ~ten minutes.
7. Place it away to cool once the baking finishes.

FILLING:

1. First of all, include the cream cheese(at normal temperature) in a big bowl.
2. Beat it using the electric mixer to make it smooth & creamy.
3. Include the sweetener in it & whip again to fully incorporate.
4. Now, include the essence of vanilla, sour cream, & matcha powder.
5. After combining them well, begin adding eggs.
6. Include an egg, mix it, then add another egg and mix it again.
7. At the end, mix the flour of coconut, if using.

ASSEMBLING:

1. Transfer the filling(cheesecake) over our baked crust now that it has cooled.
2. Cover the whole pan with the foil of aluminium.
3. Place it in the water bath & shift the whole setup to the oven(it’s already hot).
4. When you see the edges are firm up with a jiggling center, the baking is done at this moment.
5. It will take ~ fifty minutes.
6. After baking, the cheesecake should still be in the oven(turned off) with the door open.
7. Once an hour has passed, transfer the cheesecake to the counter.
8. Shift it to the refrigerator for chilling purposes after bringing it to the ambient temperature.
9. Your Keto Green Matcha Cheesecake is ready to serve after chilling.

TIPS:

• Using a water bath will distribute the heat evenly, which prevents the cracks in the cheesecake post-baking.
• Always make sure to use the items at a normal surrounding temperature for a smooth baking experience.
• At least four hours of chilling are needed to have clean-cut slices. You may refrigerate it for the whole night.
• Be careful while mixing things. Never overmix. If not, you’ll get a cheesecake that is fractured.

STORAGE DETAILS:

REFRIGERATION:

• Pack the leftover cheesecake in a box with a lid(sealed). Consume it within ~six days while chilling it. Pack them individually using the cling wrap for better results.

FREEZING:

• Slice the cake & pack each slice in the cling wrap. Then transfer all these slices into a container(air-tight & freezer-safe). Defrost & enjoy whenever you want within sixty days.

FAQs:

Is the crust necessary, or can we skip it?

• You can easily skip the crust to have the crustless green matcha cheesecake, which will be lower in carbs as compared to than the crust.

Should we be worried about matcha powder’s carbohydrate content?

• There is no need to be concerned about the carb content as matcha powder is too low in carbs & perfect to use in keto.

Will low-fat cream cheese work fine?

• Yeah! you may work with the low-fat version of the cream cheese, but full-fat has lower carb content in comparison with low-fat & provides a better texture.

What Points should I remember for the next attempt to avoid cracking my cheesecake?

You should think about four things to have a crack-free cheesecake:

• All your ingredients must be at a normal surrounding temperature when you begin working.
• Never mix after combining the items well.
• Use a water bath while baking to distribute the heat evenly.
• After baking, bring your cheesecake to normal temperature gradually. Sudden temperature change might be the reason for cracks.

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NUTRITIONAL FACTS/SERVING:

Size/serving: A slice(one-twelfth of total yield)
Calories: ~270 kcal
Carbs(total): Five grams
Fiber: 1.5 g
Net carbs: Three & a half grams
Proteins: 6 g
Fats: Twenty-five grams
Sodium: 130 mg
Sugar: Less than one gram