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Rich Matcha Tiramisu

An authentic, rich matcha tiramisu made with cream cheese instead of mascarpone for an easy yet elegant dessert. Layers of matcha-soaked biscuits and creamy cheese filling.

Prep Time: 40 minutes + chillingServings: 4 servings (90ml each)Difficulty: Medium

Ingredients

  • 50gCream cheese(for cheese cream)
  • 10gSugar(for cheese cream)
  • 100mlWhipping cream(for cheese cream)
  • 70mlMilk(for custard sauce)
  • 10gSugar(for custard sauce)
  • 1Egg yolk(for custard sauce)
  • 5gMatcha powder(for matcha syrup)
  • 25gSugar(for matcha syrup)
  • 25mlWater(for matcha syrup)
  • as neededLadyfinger biscuits(or sponge cake)
  • as neededMatcha powder(for dusting)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring cream cheese to room temperature.

  2. 2

    Make the matcha syrup: Mix matcha powder and 25g sugar together, then gradually add water in small amounts to prevent lumps. Small lumps are okay.

  3. 3

    Make the custard sauce: Heat milk in a saucepan until just before boiling.

  4. 4

    In a bowl, whisk egg yolk and 10g sugar well. Gradually add the warm milk while mixing.

  5. 5

    Strain the mixture and return to the saucepan. Heat while stirring until thickened.

  6. 6

    Make the cheese cream: Beat cream cheese until smooth, add 10g sugar and mix. Combine with the custard sauce.

  7. 7

    Whip the cream to soft peaks. Fold into the cream cheese mixture.

  8. 8

    Dip ladyfinger biscuits in the matcha syrup and arrange in the bottom of serving dishes. Add half of the cream and spread evenly.

  9. 9

    Add another layer of matcha-soaked biscuits, then top with remaining cream and smooth the surface.

  10. 10

    Refrigerate until well chilled, then dust with matcha powder before serving. Best after resting at least half a day for the biscuits to soften.

Tips

  • Bring cream cheese to room temperature and beat until soft for a smooth texture.
  • Letting the tiramisu rest for at least half a day allows the biscuits to absorb moisture and blend with the cream.
  • Sponge cake can be substituted for ladyfinger biscuits.
  • Dust with matcha powder just before serving for the best color and freshness.

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