Matcha Cheesecake Recipe: No-Bake and Baked Versions for Bangladesh

A matcha cheesecake is one of the most impressive desserts you can serve at home. The vibrant green colour, the creamy texture, and the balance of sweet and earthy flavours make it a guaranteed conversation starter at any gathering. This guide gives you both a no-bake version (ready in 20 minutes plus chilling) and a baked version for those who want a firmer, richer result. Both use 3A Organic Culinary Grade Matcha from Matcha.bd.

INFO:  Serves 8 to 10. No-bake version: 20 minutes prep plus 4 hours chilling. Baked version: 30 minutes prep plus 45 minutes baking.

Recipe 1: No-Bake Matcha Cheesecake

Ingredients

Ingredient	Amount
Digestive biscuits, crushed	200g
Butter, melted	80g
Cream cheese, room temperature	250g
Whipping cream	100ml
Matcha powder (3A grade)	3 teaspoons
Icing sugar, sifted	80g
Vanilla extract	Half teaspoon

 

Method

1.    Combine crushed biscuits and melted butter. Mix until all biscuits are coated. Press firmly into the base of a 20cm springform tin. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.

2.    Beat cream cheese until completely smooth with no lumps.

3.    Sift in matcha powder and icing sugar. Add vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined and evenly green.

4.    In a separate bowl, whip the cream to soft peaks. Fold carefully into the matcha cream cheese mixture in two additions.

5.    Pour the filling over the biscuit base. Smooth the top with a spatula.

6.    Refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Overnight gives the best set and the most striking colour.

7.    Before serving, dust generously with matcha powder through a fine sieve for a clean, café-style presentation.

TIP:  For the cleanest slices, dip your knife in hot water and wipe it clean between each cut.

Recipe 2: Baked Matcha Cheesecake

A baked cheesecake has a firmer, denser texture and a more intense flavour. It requires an oven and slightly more skill, but the result is exceptional.

 

Ingredient	Amount
Digestive biscuits, crushed	150g
Butter, melted	60g
Cream cheese	400g
Caster sugar	120g
Eggs	2 large
Sour cream	100g
Matcha powder (3A grade)	2.5 tablespoons
Vanilla extract	1 teaspoon

 

8.    Preheat oven to 160 degrees Celsius. Line a springform tin with parchment and wrap the outside tightly with foil.

9.    Mix biscuit crumbs and butter. Press into the tin base. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove and cool.

10.  Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time.

11.  Add sour cream, sifted matcha, and vanilla. Mix until evenly combined.

12.  Pour filling onto the cooled base. Place the tin in a deep roasting pan and pour hot water into the pan to halfway up the sides of the tin (water bath method).

13.  Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the edges are set but the centre still has a slight wobble.

14.  Turn off the oven, prop the door slightly open, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

 

Topping Ideas for Matcha Cheesecake

*      Classic: sifted matcha powder dusting only

*      Fruit: fresh strawberries or raspberries (the acidity cuts through the creaminess beautifully)

*      Red bean paste: a traditional Japanese pairing with matcha

*      White chocolate shavings: elegant and sweet

 

Frequently Asked Questions:

 

Why is my no-bake matcha cheesecake not setting?

The most common cause is whipped cream that was not beaten to firm enough peaks before folding in. Make sure the cream is whipped to soft to medium peaks. Also, ensure the tin is fully level in the refrigerator. Chilling overnight gives a significantly firmer result than 4 hours.

How long does matcha cheesecake last in the refrigerator?

Covered and refrigerated, matcha cheesecake keeps well for 3 to 4 days. The green colour may fade slightly after 2 days as the matcha oxidises. For the most vibrant presentation, serve on the day of making or the following day.

 

Order Matcha with Cash on Delivery

All ingredients are available from Matcha.bd with Cash on Delivery across Bangladesh. For baking recipes, order our 3A Organic Grade Matcha (Tk 399). For drinking recipes, our 5A Premium Grade (Tk 699) gives the smoothest result.

 

New to matcha? The 4 in 1 Starter Combo with 5A (Tk 1,750) includes the powder, whisk, spoon, and storage jar in one box.

 

See more recipes on our Matcha Recipes page. For the health benefits behind every recipe, visit our Matcha Health Benefits page.