Chewy Matcha White Chocolate Chip Cookies
These chewy matcha white chocolate chip cookies combine the earthy flavor of matcha with creamy white chocolate chips for a delightful homemade treat that’s quick and easy to make.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons matcha green tea powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- ⅔ cup (135 g) brown sugar, packed
- ⅓ cup (67 g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (170 g) white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a medium bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, matcha powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat softened unsalted butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the white chocolate chips with a spatula for even distribution.
- Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to drop dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers still look soft and slightly underbaked.
- Let cookies rest on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to cooling racks.
- Once cooled completely, enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Notes
Use softened butter, not melted, for best texture. Sift matcha powder to avoid clumps. Underbake slightly for chewy centers. Chill dough for 20 minutes if too soft or sticky. Use quality white chocolate chips for best flavor. Dough can be frozen for later baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (about 30 g
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Protein: 1.5
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