Green Tea Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the delightful bitterness of matcha with these vibrant green tea cookies! A subtly sweet treat perfect for tea lovers, these cookies are easy to make and bursting with flavor. Don't be shy with the matcha – the more you add, the more intense the green tea flavor becomes! Get ready for a delightful, not-too-sweet cookie experience.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 145.4 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Green Tea Cookies

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How to Make Green Tea Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in ¼ cup matcha powder (or more, to taste!), 1 cup chocolate chips, and ½ cup chopped nuts (optional).
  7. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

20g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Green Tea Cookies?

Green Tea Cookies takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Green Tea Cookies?

Green Tea Cookies has approximately 145.4 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Green Tea Cookies?

The key ingredients for Green Tea Cookies are Butter, Sugar, Brown Sugar, Egg, Vanilla Extract, All Purpose Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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