Description
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with these delightful Cacao Matcha Cups! A rich chocolate cookie crust layered with creamy, vibrant matcha cheesecake filling, topped with a drizzle of melted chocolate and mini chocolate chips. Perfect for a festive and indulgent treat!
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Crust Layer:
1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (such as Oreos, finely crushed)
4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 tbsp cocoa powder
For the Matcha Layer:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tbsp matcha powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
Toppings:
1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Crust Layer:
- In a bowl, mix the chocolate cookie crumbs, melted butter, and cocoa powder until evenly combined.
- Divide the mixture evenly into small dessert cups or silicone molds, pressing firmly to create a solid crust.
- Place in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the matcha layer.
- Make the Matcha Layer:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
- Add matcha powder and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Assemble the Cups:
- Spoon or pipe the matcha layer over the chilled chocolate crust.
- Smooth the tops with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
- Decorate:
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the cups.
- Sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top for an extra chocolatey crunch.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free chocolate cookies.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less powdered sugar to the matcha layer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg