Description
These delightful Matcha Cookies combine the earthy flavors of culinary-grade matcha green tea powder with the sweetness of white chocolate chips for a unique and satisfying dessert. Soft and slightly chewy with a delicate green tea aroma, they’re perfect for tea time or whenever you crave a flavorful treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon culinary-grade matcha green tea powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- ½ cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, culinary-grade matcha green tea powder, baking soda, and salt until fully combined and uniform in color.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, indicating proper aeration.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract to the creamed butter-sugar mixture until well combined and smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients bowl, mixing just until the dough is incorporated and no flour streaks remain to avoid overmixing.
- Fold in White Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the white chocolate chips if using, distributing them evenly throughout the dough to enhance sweetness and texture.
- Portion Dough: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake cookies in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are set and the centers still look slightly underbaked for a soft texture.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, helping them set and preserving their texture.
Notes
- Use high-quality culinary-grade matcha powder for the best flavor and vibrant green color.
- For a stronger matcha flavor, increase the matcha powder to 1 ½ tablespoons.
- White chocolate chips complement the earthy matcha flavor providing a balanced sweetness.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 5 days.
- These cookies can be frozen after baking for up to 1 month.
