If you’re a matcha lover looking for a delicious twist on classic chocolate chip cookies, this matcha cookie recipe is just for you! The vibrant green color of the cookies, paired with white chocolate chips and nutty topping, gives them an appealing and unique look, while the earthy flavor of matcha brings in all the flavors. In this recipe, I will guide you in creating the best matcha cookies; read on for more!
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Ingredients you’ll need
- All-purpose flour
- Baking soda: Baking soda is a leavening agent, helping the cookies to rise and become light and chewy.
- Cornstarch: Cornstarch will soften the texture of the cookie.
- Matcha powder: Matcha powder adds a vibrant green color and a unique earthy, slightly bitter flavor. It’s the star ingredient of this recipe!
- Butter
- Brown sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract: It is optional.
- White chocolate chips: White chocolate chips give cookies the creamy sweetness that balances the earthy bitterness of the matcha.
- Pecan and almond slice mix: These two ingredients are used for garnishing. They are perfect for adding a crunchy texture and a nutty flavor to the cookies!
Step-by-step baking instructions
Prepare your ingredients: Start by gathering all your ingredients. Sift the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and matcha powder into a medium bowl. Sifting helps you to remove lumps and evenly mix the dry ingredients. Set the butter to room temperature and set aside.
Prepare the butter mixture: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to combine the butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until fully mixed.
Mix dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms. The dough should have a vibrant green color from the matcha. If it looks too dry, add a teaspoon of hot water to help it come together.
Fold in white chocolate chips: Gently fold in the white chocolate chips using a silicone spatula.
Chill the dough: Cover the cookie dough with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes to help it hold its shape when baked.
Preheat and prepare the baking sheet: While the dough chills, preheat your oven to 350°F while lining your baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mats. These prevent the cookies from sticking.
Form the dough balls: Use a cookie scoop to form uniform dough balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one as they will spread during baking. Press the pecan and almond slices on top of each cookie.
Bake cookies: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. They will continue to firm up as they cool on the baking sheet.
Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 1-2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy!
Pro tips for the best matcha cookies
Here are some pro tips for making perfect matcha cookies:
Use culinary-grade matcha: While ceremonial-grade matcha is excellent for tea, culinary matcha is ideal for baking. Its vibrant green color and strong earthy flavor shine through in these cookies.
Use room temperature butter and eggs: Room temperature ingredients mix more evenly, thus creating a smoother dough and a more consistent cookie texture.
Adjust matcha amount: Start with the recommended amount of matcha, but feel free to adjust based on your flavor preference. More matcha will result in a stronger, more intense flavor and color. It actually takes me a couple of tries until I find my favorite ratio.:)
Add a dash of salt: A small pinch of salt in the dough enhances the flavors, also balancing the sweetness and the slight bitterness of matcha.
Sift the matcha powder: Matcha tends to clump, so sift it with the dry ingredients to ensure a smooth cookie dough without green streaks.
FAQs
Matcha powder dissolves into the dough and provides that bright green color and delicious flavor, while whole green tea leaves may not mix as smoothly.
Keep them in an airtight container at room temperature. You can also freeze the baked cookies for up to three months.
Ceremonial matcha is of the highest quality and is often used for making tea. Culinary-grade matcha, on the other hand, is less expensive and perfect for matcha recipes like cookies and cakes. Both offer the same earthy flavor, but culinary matcha is more practical for baking.
Absolutely! Try using dark chocolate chips or a white and dark chocolate mix for a chocolaty twist. Either option is delicious!
Final thoughts
These matcha chocolate chip cookies are perfect for anyone who loves the flavor of matcha and wants a delicious cookie with a chewy texture. The earthy matcha flavor paired with the sweetness of white chocolate creates an unforgettable dessert. Save the recipe card for next time, and enjoy your delightful chewy matcha cookies with a cup of tea. Happy baking!
Easy Matcha Cookies Recipe: With White Chocolate
Ingredients
- 2⅔ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons matcha powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1½ cups brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- ¼ cup pecan and almond slices mix for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Start by gathering all your ingredients. Sift the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and matcha powder into a medium bowl. Sifting helps you to remove lumps and evenly mix the dry ingredients. Set the butter to room temperature and set aside.
- Prepare the butter mixture: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to combine the butter, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until fully mixed.
- Mix dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms. The dough should have a vibrant green color from the matcha. If it looks too dry, add a teaspoon of hot water to help it come together.
- Fold in white chocolate chips: Gently fold in the white chocolate chips using a silicone spatula.
- Chill the dough: Cover the cookie dough with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes to help it hold its shape when baked.
- Preheat and prepare the baking sheet: While the dough chills, preheat your oven to 350°F while lining your baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mats. These prevent the cookies from sticking.
- Form the dough balls: Use a cookie scoop to form uniform dough balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one as they will spread during baking. Press the pecan and almond slices on top of each cookie.
- Bake cookies: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. They will continue to firm up as they cool on the baking sheet.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 1-2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy!
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