Q: Can I use regular chocolate instead of white chocolate for this recipe?
A: Using regular chocolate will significantly change the flavor and texture. It’s recommended to stick with white chocolate to maintain the intended taste and consistency.
Q: Is it necessary to refrigerate the cake overnight?
A: Yes, refrigerating it overnight enhances the texture and flavor, making it more enjoyable.
Q: Can I substitute another type of tea powder for matcha?
A: Substituting matcha with a different tea powder will alter the flavor profile. It’s best to use matcha for its unique taste and color.
Rich Matcha-Flavored Soft-Hearted Basque Cake
Notes
Ingredients:
- White Chocolate: 60g
- Matcha Powder: 10g
- Light Cream: 80g
- Cream Cheese: 200g
- Granulated Sugar: 50g
- Eggs: 2
- Chop 60g of white chocolate and melt it using a double boiler.
- Sift in 10g of matcha powder and stir until the color is uniform.
- Gradually add 80g of light cream, stirring continuously.
- Stir until the mixture is evenly colored and set aside.
- Melt 200g of cream cheese using a double boiler.
- Add 50g of granulated sugar and 2 eggs sequentially.
- Stir until all ingredients are well combined.
- Add the matcha mixture to the cheese mixture.
- Stir until the color is uniform.
- Sift the batter to remove any unmelted chocolate particles.
- Line a mold with parchment paper, pour in the batter, and gently tap to remove large air bubbles.
- Preheat the oven to 230°C and bake for 17-20 minutes. Note: Baking for a full 20 minutes may result in a drier texture, adjust according to preference.
- Remove from oven and let cool.
- Refrigerate overnight for the best texture and flavor.
- Your Rich Matcha Soft-Hearted Basque Cake is ready to enjoy!
- Calories: Moderate
- Sugar: Moderate
- Fat: High (due to cream cheese and white chocolate)
- Best suited for: Dessert or special occasions
