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Homemade Matcha Cheesecake Daifuku Recipe

Homemade Matcha Cheesecake Daifuku Recipe
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Homemade Matcha Cheesecake Daifuku is a delightful fusion dessert combining creamy matcha-infused cheesecake filling wrapped in soft and chewy glutinous rice dough. This recipe guides you through making a smooth matcha cream cheese filling, preparing the tender mochi dough, and assembling the perfect bite-sized Japanese-style sweets that are refreshing, mildly sweet, and perfect for any special occasion or tea time.

Ingredients

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Matcha Cream Cheese Filling

  • 200 g cream cheese, softened
  • 25 g granulated sugar
  • 8 g matcha powder (preferably Japanese matcha)
  • 150 g heavy cream, chilled

Glutinous Rice Dough

  • 120 g glutinous rice flour
  • 30 g cornstarch
  • 15 g granulated sugar
  • 180 g whole milk
  • 15 g unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Make the Matcha Cream Cheese Filling: In a large bowl, place the softened cream cheese and add 25 g granulated sugar. Mix thoroughly with a spatula for about 2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps. Add 8 g matcha powder and continue mixing until the powder is fully incorporated without clumps. Pour in 150 g of chilled heavy cream and whisk manually until the mixture thickens and turns creamy. Transfer this filling into a piping bag, pipe about 30 g portions into molds lined with plastic wrap, and freeze for at least 2 hours or overnight until solid.
  2. Prepare the Glutinous Rice Dough: In a clean bowl, combine 120 g glutinous rice flour, 30 g cornstarch, 15 g granulated sugar, and 180 g whole milk. Whisk continuously until the batter is smooth and has no lumps; strain the batter once to ensure a silky smooth texture. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and pierce 5-6 small holes with a toothpick for steam circulation. Steam over high heat for 20 minutes, making sure not to lift the lid during steaming. The dough is ready when it is translucent, holds shape, and a chopstick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Incorporate Butter and Knead Dough: Remove the steamed dough while hot, add 15 g unsalted butter, and mix with chopsticks until the butter melts completely. Let the dough cool slightly until comfortable to handle. Wearing gloves, knead and stretch the dough repeatedly on a surface dusted with cooked glutinous rice flour until it becomes smooth, elastic, and forms a thin translucent film when pulled.
  4. Divide and Shape the Dough: Divide the mochi dough into 8 to 10 equal portions, approximately 40 g each. Roll each portion into a ball and then press it into a flattened circle about 10 cm in diameter, ensuring the edges are thinner than the center. Dust your work surface and the dough with cooked glutinous rice flour to prevent sticking.
  5. Wrap the Filling: Place one mochi dough circle on your palm or a mold, add one frozen matcha cream cheese filling portion in the center, then carefully pinch the dough edges to seal the filling completely, removing any excess dough. Dust the finished daifuku lightly with cooked glutinous rice flour to keep from sticking.
  6. Chill and Decorate: For the final touch, sift a light layer of matcha powder over the top of each daifuku for decoration. Chill the wrapped daifuku in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use preferably high-quality Japanese matcha powder for the best flavor and bright green color.
  • Chill the heavy cream before mixing to help achieve the right creamy texture in the filling.
  • Steam the dough without lifting the lid to ensure it cooks evenly and becomes perfectly translucent.
  • Use gloves or keep your hands lightly floured to prevent the dough from sticking while kneading and shaping.
  • The frozen cream cheese filling makes it easier to wrap without melting or deforming.
  • The cooked glutinous rice flour dusting prevents sticking but use sparingly to avoid a powdery texture.
  • Store daifuku in the fridge and consume within 1-2 days for optimal freshness.

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Keywords: Matcha cheesecake, daifuku, mochi dessert, Japanese dessert, matcha recipes, homemade daifuku, cream cheese filling

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