Matcha Green Tea Cookies

These Matcha Green Tea Cookies are a delightful fusion of earthy matcha flavor and sweet, buttery goodness, making them a perfect treat for any occasion. Enjoy them with a cup of tea for a serene moment of indulgence.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 120 grams
• Matcha green tea powder - 10 grams
• Granulated sugar - 60 grams
• Unsalted butter, softened - 40 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, and mix until combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, matcha green tea powder, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 24 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 9 g
• Sodium: 70 mg
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.02 L

Health Benefits

• Matcha is rich in antioxidants, which can help reduce oxidative stress.
• It may enhance metabolism and promote fat burning.

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