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Matcha Cheesecake Daifuku

Delicious Matcha Cheesecake Daifuku for a Sweet Treat Moment

Experience the unique fusion of Matcha Cheesecake Daifuku, combining chewy mochi and creamy cheesecake for a delightful dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Freezing Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened for easy blending.
  • 1/3 cup Sugar Can be adjusted to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Matcha Powder Substitute with another high-quality green tea powder if unavailable.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream May substitute with coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
Mochi Dough
  • 1 cup Glutinous Rice Flour Essential for creating the chewy texture of daifuku.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Helps prevent it from being too sticky.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 3/4 cup Whole Milk Substitute with any non-dairy milk for a vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Use vegan butter as an alternative.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Heatproof Dish
  • Steamer
  • piping bag

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by blending cream cheese with sugar until smooth and creamy. Gradually mix in matcha powder and fold in chilled heavy cream. Pipe the cheesecake filling into molds and freeze for at least 2 hours.
  2. Whisk together glutinous rice flour, cornstarch, and sugar. Gradually add in whole milk, stirring until smooth. Steam this mixture for 20 minutes until translucent.
  3. Once the mochi dough is steamed, let it cool slightly then knead in melted butter until elastic. Dust with cornstarch to prevent sticking, divide into portions, and flatten into disks.
  4. Take frozen cheesecake filling and place one ball in the center of each mochi disk. Pinch the edges to seal and dust with glutinous rice flour.
  5. Dust each daifuku with matcha powder and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use high-quality matcha for better flavor. Store wrapped in parchment in the fridge for best texture.

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