Description
This No-Bake Matcha Oreo Cheesecake combines the rich creaminess of classic cheesecake with the unique flavor of matcha and the crunchy texture of Oreos, all without turning on your oven. Perfect for a single serving dessert that’s easy to prepare and delightfully refreshing.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 18 Oreos
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
Cheesecake Filling
- 8.8 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 tsp gelatin powder
- 1 1/2 tbsp matcha powder
- 3 1/2 tbsp hot water
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 10 Oreos
Topping
- Whipped cream
- 5 mini Oreos
- Rosemary
Instructions
- Crust Separate the cream filling from the Oreos into 2 different bowls.
- Crush Cookies Place the cookies into a plastic bag and crush the cookies into fine crumbs with a rolling pin.
- Mix Crust In a medium bowl, mix the crumbs and melted butter until the crumbs are moistened.
- Prepare Pan Line the side of a 6-inch/15 cm cake ring or springform pan with parchment paper or transparent cake collar. If using a cake ring, line the bottom with a cake board or other flat surface).
- Press Crust Pour the crumbs into the pan. Use a flat-bottom glass to press the crust onto the bottom and up the sides about 1-inch/2.5 cm up the sides of the pan.
- Chill Crust Refrigerate the crust for at least 30 minutes while you make the cheesecake filling.
- Make Matcha Mixture In a small bowl, mix matcha powder and 2 tbsp hot water until well combined. Set aside.
- Bloom Gelatin In a small bowl, bloom gelatin powder with 1 1/2 tbsp water for 5 minutes. Heat in a microwave or over a water bath until the gelatin is dissolved.
- Beat Cream Cheese Mixture Using a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Add Gelatin While the mixer is running, pour the dissolved gelatin into the cream cheese mixture and beat until well combined.
- Add Matcha Add matcha mixture and beat until well combined.
- Add Cream and Oreos Add heavy whipping cream and mix on low speed with your mixer just until well combined. Fold in the chopped Oreos.
- Assemble Pour the cheesecake batter onto the chilled crust. Carefully spread it around into one even layer. Use a spatula to smooth the top.
- Chill Cheesecake Cover tightly and transfer back to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Release and Decorate Release the cheesecake from the mold. Peel the parchment paper/acetate sheet.
- Serve Pipe whipped cream on top and decorate with mini Oreos and rosemary.
- Enjoy Serve chilled.
Notes
- Refrigerate the crust for at least 30 minutes before adding the filling to ensure it sets well.
- Chill the assembled cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Use a cake ring or springform pan lined properly to easily release the cheesecake.
- Bloom your gelatin properly to avoid lumps in the filling.
