Matcha Green Tea Cookies
These matcha green tea cookies are soft, slightly crisp on the edges, and packed with earthy matcha flavor. Perfect with a cup of tea!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Whisk
- Oven
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp matcha powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 egg room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp milk if needed for dough consistency
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. If too dry, add 1 tbsp of milk.
- Scoop dough into small balls and place on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are slightly golden. Let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
For extra sweetness, drizzle with white chocolate or dust with powdered sugar before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.