Do you love the creamy, subtly sweet flavor of matcha lattes? Then you’ll adore these easy Matcha Cookies packed with the vibrant taste of our premium latte-grade matcha powder! These cookies are the perfect treat for matcha fans and anyone looking for a unique and delicious baked good.
Magic of Matcha Powder in Baking
Matcha powder isn’t just for sipping! This vibrant green tea powder adds a unique depth of flavor and a stunning pop of color to a wide variety of baked goods. Here’s why matcha is a must-have in your baking arsenal:
- Flavor Boost: Matcha’s slightly grassy, earthy notes pair beautifully with sweet ingredients like white chocolate, vanilla, and honey.
- Color Wow-Factor: The vibrant green hue adds a visually stunning element to cookies, cakes, and more.
- Health Benefits: Matcha boasts a high concentration of antioxidants, offering a touch of healthy goodness in every bite.
Understanding Matcha Grades
When it comes to matcha, there are two main grades: ceremonial and latte-grade (also known as culinary-grade). Understanding their differences is key to choosing the right matcha for your culinary creations.
Ceremonial Grade: Ceremonial grade matcha is made from the youngest, most tender tea leaves, meticulously cultivated and processed for ultimate quality. It boasts a vibrant green color, a delicate, nuanced flavor with hints of sweetness and umami, and an exceptionally smooth texture. This premium matcha is traditionally whisked into a thin tea and enjoyed as part of the Japanese tea ceremony.
Latte-Grade: Latte-grade or culinary-grade matcha is designed for lattes and a wide variety of culinary uses, including baking. While still high-quality, it’s made from slightly older leaves that offer a milder, slightly grassier flavor profile. This characteristic makes it exceptionally well-suited for desserts, where its flavour complements sweet ingredients like white chocolate beautifully. Latte-grade matcha still delivers a pleasing green color and potential health benefits.
Latte-Grade Matcha Powder: The Star of Matcha Cookies
For our Matcha Cookies, latte-grade matcha is the perfect choice. Here’s why:
- Flavor Harmony: The subtle grassy notes of latte-grade matcha create a delicious flavor contrast with the sweetness of white chocolate and other cookie ingredients.
- Accessibility and Value: Latte-grade matcha is widely available and generally more budget-friendly than ceremonial grade, making it a smart choice for regular baking.
Now, let’s get baking and experience the deliciousness of matcha cookies!
Ingredients:
- 1 ¾ cups (210g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon (15g) latte-grade matcha powder
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup (180g) white chocolate chips (plus extra for topping, optional)
Instructions:
- Prep and Preheat: Preheat your oven to 180°C (355°F ) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Whisk together the flour, latte-grade matcha powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Creaming Magic: Cream together the softened butter and sugars in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined (don’t overmix!).
- Chocolate Chips: Fold in white chocolate chips, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Shape and Bake: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop dough onto your prepared baking sheets. Leave space between cookies for spreading. Gently flatten the tops slightly if you like.
- Optional Touch: Press a few extra white chocolate chips on top of each cookie for a visual boost.
- Bake Time: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are just set.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let cookies cool slightly on the pans before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Why Latte-Grade Matcha Powder in Baking?
Our latte-grade matcha powder is specially designed for creating delicious lattes and works beautifully in baking. It has a milder, less grassy flavor than ceremonial matcha, making it perfect for those who enjoy the subtle sweetness of matcha lattes. The vibrant green color adds a stunning visual element to your baked goods.
