Green Tea Cookies

Elevate your cookie game with these delicate and flavorful Green Tea Cookies, a perfect balance of buttery richness and earthy matcha goodness. Made with premium matcha powder, these cookies boast a vibrant green hue and a light, crisp texture that melts in your mouth. The short preparation time (just 20 minutes!) makes them an ideal treat for tea enthusiasts and baking novices alike. With subtle sweetness and an elegant, sophisticated flavor, these matcha cookies pair beautifully with a cup of green tea or coffee. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or indulging in a quiet moment, these delightful cookies are a captivating fusion of taste and tradition. Plus, they stay fresh for days, making them perfect for gifting or enjoying anytime.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 115 grams Unsalted butter
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 160 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons Matcha powder (green tea powder)
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 Egg yolk
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 4

Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the creamed butter mixture. Mix until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients (flour mixture) into the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable.

Step 6

Scoop out small portions of the dough (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into balls. Place them onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.

Step 7

Flatten the dough balls gently with your fingers or the bottom of a glass to about 1/4 inch thickness.

Step 8

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are just starting to turn a light golden brown. Be careful not to overbake as they can dry out.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve the cookies with tea or coffee. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	412 grams (412.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1907

Total Fat 104.70g	134%
Saturated Fat 59.40g	297%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 439mg	146%
Sodium 842mg	37%
Total Carbohydrate 229.10g	83%
Dietary Fiber 8.00g	29%
Total Sugars 101.40g
Protein 23.70g	47%

Vitamin D 18IU	91%
Calcium 81mg	6%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 320mg	7%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.2%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 46.9%