Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies (Print View)
Chewy chocolate chip cookies with vibrant matcha and rich chocolate chips. A delightful dessert upgrade.
# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 tablespoon culinary-grade matcha powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
→ Wet Ingredients
04 - 4 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1 large egg
06 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
→ Mix-ins
07 - 1 ounce semi-sweet chocolate chips
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Combine matcha powder, baking powder, and flour by sifting into a medium bowl.
02 - Allow butter to reach room temperature, then stir until creamy. Gradually fold in one third of the sugar at a time, mixing until smooth after each addition.
03 - Beat the egg lightly and incorporate fully into the butter-sugar mixture.
04 - Gently fold the sifted dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
05 - Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly. Let the dough rest briefly.
06 - Roll small portions of dough between your hands into balls, arrange on a cookie sheet, and lightly flatten each.
07 - Preheat oven to 340°F (171°C). Place cookie sheet in oven and bake for 10 minutes.
08 - Reduce oven temperature to 300°F (149°C) and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes.
09 - Remove cookies from oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Classic cookies with a fresh twist from earthy matcha green tea
- Balanced sweetness that highlights the flavor of the chocolate and matcha
- No mixers required for simple cleanup and easy prep
- Soft chewy centers and crisp edges like the best bakery cookies
02 -
- High in antioxidants from quality matcha
- Versatile with any chocolate chip style or nuts
- Unique green color makes for a fun dessert table centerpiece
03 -
- Always use fresh high quality matcha that has not faded in color or aroma
- Avoid overmixing the dough to keep cookies tender and plush
- Letting the dough rest is the secret for even chew and flavor development