Matcha Green Tea Vanilla Cookies Recipe

Delight your taste buds with these Matcha Green Tea Vanilla Cookies, a perfect fusion of earthy matcha and sweet vanilla flavors. This recipe combines the vibrant green hue of premium matcha powder with the rich creaminess of butter and vanilla for an irresistible cookie that's as beautiful as it is delicious. With a soft, chewy texture and a hint of caramel from brown sugar, these cookies are easy to make in just under 30 minutes. They’re perfect for afternoon tea, gifting, or a striking addition to your dessert tray. Dust them with a touch of powdered sugar for an extra pop of sweetness and elegance. Whether you’re a matcha lover or new to its unique flavor, these cookies are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 115 grams unsalted butter, softened
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 50 grams brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons matcha green tea powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 unit large egg
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well incorporated.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a dough forms.

Step 6

Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out the dough into 24 evenly sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Flatten each dough ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or your palm to make an even surface.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the cookies no longer look wet in the center.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Optional: Dust the cooled cookies lightly with powdered sugar for extra sweetness and visual appeal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(556.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2317.1

Total Fat 100.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 437.1mg	0%
Sodium 1733.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 327.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 164.9g
Protein 32.4g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 181.6mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 788.2mg	0%

*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: 38.5%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 56.0%