Japanese cheesecake, also known as "soufflé cheesecake," originated in Japan in the 1980s and blends the light, airy texture of a soufflé with the richness of a traditional Western cheesecake, making it a popular fluffy dessert in Japanese cafés and bakeries.

The classic Japanese cheesecake is the most common, but regional twists include adding matcha powder in Kyoto, yuzu citrus in Shikoku, and sweet red bean paste in Kansai, each adding a distinct local flavor while keeping the light texture.

In Japan, the cheesecake is typically served chilled, sliced into small squares, and enjoyed plain or with a light dusting of powdered sugar; it is often paired with a cup of green tea.

Japanese cheesecake is a popular treat for tea‑time gatherings, birthday celebrations, and seasonal festivals such as sakura (cherry blossom) viewing, where it may be flavored with seasonal ingredients.

This version replaces high‑sugar cream cheese with zero‑sugar Greek yogurt and uses low‑carb Mexican shortbread cookies for the crust, delivering the same fluffy, cheesecake‑like texture while keeping carbs under 10 g per serving.

Common mistakes include over‑mixing the yogurt which can make the texture dense, using too many cookie crumbs which creates a dry crust, and not allowing enough chilling time for the crumbs to soften into a true cheesecake crust.

Greek yogurt provides high protein and virtually no added sugar or fat, making the dessert low‑carb and weight‑loss friendly while still delivering a tangy flavor that mimics cream cheese when combined with the sweetener and cookie crust.

Yes, you can prepare the cheesecake a day ahead. Keep it sealed in the refrigerator; it will stay fresh for up to 3 days. For best texture, let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.

The cheesecake should be smooth, creamy, and slightly firm to the touch. After chilling, the cookie crumbs will have softened into a pale, cheesecake‑like crust that looks like a thin, golden layer around the edges.

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