Operating more than 10 stores across Japan, “BAKE CHEESE TART” is famous for serving freshly baked cheese tarts. Alongside their permanent staples, they also release limited-time seasonal creations. This autumn, I picked up their newly released “Sweet Potato Butter Cheese Tart” (さつまいもバターチーズ), so here is my detailed review.
About BAKE CHEESE TART
BAKE CHEESE TART is a cheese sweets specialty brand operated by BAKE Inc. Their concept of serving palm-sized, freshly baked tarts—featuring a molten, rich cheese filling encased in a wonderfully crunchy pastry shell—took Japan by storm, drawing massive daily queues when their flagship Jiyugaoka store opened in November 2014.
Today, in addition to the original cheese tart that has been sold since the brand’s inception, they craft an array of unique offerings, such as flower-shaped tarts and fan-shaped caramel cheese tarts. I have reviewed several of their classic selections in past posts.
For this autumn, they launched a seasonal specialty pairing Japanese sweet potatoes with butter.
Two Varieties of Sweet Potato Paired with Butter
The size is the same palm-sized portion as their signature tart. Priced at 351 yen (tax included), it is slightly more premium than the standard original tart (270 yen).
Built upon their original cheese tart base, it is layered with smooth Beniazuma sweet potato paste, crowned with diced Naruto Kintoki sweet potatoes, topped with a dab of butter, and baked to perfection.
It is a delightful composition that lets you enjoy the brand’s iconic cheese tart alongside classic autumn bounty at the same time.
Tasting Impressions
The tart pastry is delightfully crunchy, providing a deeply satisfying bite. The cheese filling is silky and molten; within its creamy body, you can distinctly taste the savory depth of cream cheese, delivering authentic richness.
Complementing the tart, the tender, crumbly texture of the Naruto Kintoki cubes, the velvety moisture of the Beniazuma paste, and the gentle, comforting sweetness of Japanese sweet potatoes expand across the palate. The diced sweet potato pieces offer a direct, authentic potato flavor, while the paste lends a creamier finish. Experiencing two distinct sweet potato varieties and two different textural preparations in a single tart makes for an entertaining and delightful treat.
Furthermore, the aromatic richness and subtle saltiness of the butter highlight the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes, spreading an exquisite sweet-and-savory harmony throughout your mouth.
BAKE’s cheese tart is already so well-crafted that it is thoroughly delicious on its own. Adding the wholesome sweetness of seasonal sweet potatoes and the rich aroma of butter makes it even more addictive. If you love autumn flavors, be sure to give it a try!
Product Information
- Shop: BAKE CHEESE TART
- Product Name: Sweet Potato Butter Cheese Tart (さつまいもバターチーズ)
- Price: 351 yen (tax included)
- Sales Period: September 15, 2026 (Tue) – October 14, 2026 (Wed) *Subject to early termination once sold out
- Reference Link: Official Website
