Description
Delight in these chewy and flavorful Matcha Cookies, featuring the earthy essence of high-quality matcha green tea powder balanced with sweet white chocolate chips. Perfectly crisp on the edges and soft in the center, these Japanese-American inspired treats are easy to bake and make for an elegant dessert or snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon matcha green tea powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, matcha powder, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute all dry components.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and smooth.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, creating a smooth batter base.
- Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix to keep the cookies tender.
- Fold in White Chocolate Chips: If using, fold in the white chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough for bursts of sweetness.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet to allow room for spreading.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft for that perfect chewiness.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use high-quality culinary grade matcha powder to achieve the best flavor and vibrant green color in your cookies.
- These cookies feature a delightful texture contrast with crisp edges and chewy centers.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.
