Description
Indulge in the unique flavor combination of matcha green tea and chocolate chips with these delicious Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies. These cookies are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon matcha green tea powder (culinary grade)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional:
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, matcha powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate large bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Combine ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Bake: Scoop dough onto the baking sheet, bake for 10–12 minutes until set. Cool on pan before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For a stronger matcha flavor, increase matcha powder to 1 1/2 tablespoons.
- White chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate can be used as alternatives.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
