Matcha Dream Cheesecake with Bourbon Caramel & Salted Pistachios

Ingredients

Matcha & Sesame Base

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 2 tbsp matcha powder
• 3 tbsp black sesame seeds
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Bourbon & Caramel Filling

• 32 oz (4 containers) of Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup caramel sauce
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp bourbon
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

Salted Pistachios Topping

• 1 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 2 tbsp honey

Instructions

Matcha & Sesame Base

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, matcha powder, black sesame seeds, and sugar.
3. Add melted butter and mix until well combined.
4. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
5. Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool completely.

Bourbon & Caramel Filling

1. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the Norman's Kosher Cholov Yisroel Cream Cheese until smooth and creamy.
3. Add sugar and continue to beat until well combined.
4. Beat in the caramel sauce, eggs (one at a time), sour cream, heavy cream, bourbon, and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Mix in the flour just until combined.
6. Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
7. Bake in a water bath (placing the springform pan in a larger roasting pan filled with hot water) for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the cheesecake is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
8. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven with the door slightly open for another hour.
9. Remove cheesecake from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Salted Pistachios Topping

1. In a small bowl, combine chopped pistachios, sea salt, and honey.
2. Spread the pistachio mixture over the top of the cooled cheesecake.
3. Slice and serve.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are kosher and comply with kashrut guidelines.