Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of matcha and strawberries with these no-bake Matcha Strawberry Cream Bars. Layers of creamy matcha and strawberry goodness atop a buttery crust create a treat that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
For the crust:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
For the matcha layer:
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (whipped)
For the strawberry cream layer:
- 1 cup strawberries (pureed)
- 1/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (whipped)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Fresh strawberries and matcha powder for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until evenly combined. Press firmly into the bottom of an 8×8-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper. Bake for 8–10 minutes, then cool completely.
- For the matcha layer, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, matcha powder, and vanilla until smooth. Gently fold in whipped cream until fully incorporated. Spread evenly over the cooled crust and refrigerate while preparing the next layer.
- For the strawberry layer, mix strawberry purée, powdered sugar, and lemon juice. Fold in the whipped cream until smooth and light. Spread over the matcha layer and smooth the top. Chill the bars for at least 4 hours or overnight until set.
- Before serving, garnish with sliced strawberries and a dusting of matcha if desired. Cut into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for a richer texture.
- You can also substitute the graham cracker crust with a shortbread base for added variety.
- Frozen strawberries (thawed and drained) work if fresh ones aren’t available.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake (after crust)
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
