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Matcha Sugar Cookies

Matcha Sugar Cookies Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 165
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon matcha powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar for rolling

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment. In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and 3/4 cup sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla and beat well.
  2. Add the flour, matcha, baking powder, and salt. Stir until a thick, soft, green dough forms and no dry spots remain.
  3. Place the extra 1/4 cup sugar in a bowl. Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls, roll in sugar, and place 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are set and tops crack. Cool on the sheet 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

The cookies will firm up slightly as they cool but stay soft in the center. For a deeper green color, use a teaspoon extra matcha and bake no longer than 12 minutes.