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Chewy Matcha Cookie Recipe for Rich Green Tea Flavor

Chewy Matcha Cookie Recipe

Soft in the center, slightly crisp at the edges, and infused with earthy matcha, these cookies deliver a balanced green tea flavor that feels bakery-quality at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 14 Cookies
Calories: 145
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour 190g
  • 2 tablespoons high-quality matcha powder culinary grade or ceremonial blend
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened (115g)
  • ½ cup brown sugar 100g
  • ¼ cup white sugar 50g
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
  • ½ cup white chocolate chips for sweetness balance
  • 2 tablespoons milk if dough feels slightly dry

Method
 

  1. Whisk flour, matcha powder, baking soda, and salt together until evenly blended, ensuring no clumps remain for a smooth dough base.
  2. Beat butter with both sugars until fluffy and pale, creating air pockets that keep cookies soft and chewy after baking.
  3. Mix in egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, ensuring a smooth and cohesive wet mixture.
  4. Combine dry ingredients with wet mixture gradually, folding gently to avoid overworking the dough.
  5. Fold in white chocolate chips and chill dough briefly to improve structure and flavor depth.
  6. Shape into balls and bake at 175°C for 10–12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.

Notes

  • Sift matcha powder with flour to avoid bitterness and ensure even color distribution throughout the cookies.
  • Slightly underbaking the cookies ensures a soft, chewy center even after cooling.
  • Chilling dough improves flavor intensity and prevents excessive spreading during baking.