Description
Soft and chewy matcha cookies with a sweet strawberry frosting made from fresh strawberries and powdered sugar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon matcha green tea powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, matcha powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes. Let cool completely.
- For frosting: Mix pureed strawberries, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth. Spread over cooled cookies.
Notes
Use high-quality matcha for the best flavor. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: Japanese-American fusion
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 2g