Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Strawberry Matcha Cookies, a perfect treat for any occasion. These cookies marry the earthy notes of matcha with the sweetness of strawberries, offering a unique flavor experience that is both visually appealing and deliciously satisfying. With their chewy texture and vibrant colors, these cookies elevate any dessert table and are easy to make, ensuring even beginner bakers can impress their guests. Enjoy them with tea or as part of a dessert platter—your taste buds will thank you!
Ingredients
Scale
- 110 g (1/2 cup) butter, melted and cooled
- 170 g (3/4 cup) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 200 g (1 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp matcha powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 150 g (1 cup) frozen strawberries
- 5 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp starch
- 1 small package vanilla sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 120 g (1/2 cup) heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp matcha powder for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberry filling by heating frozen strawberries with water until soft. Add starch and vanilla sugar; stir until thickened, then cool.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; whisk well.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, matcha powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients until just combined.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough portions onto the sheet. Create indentations in each ball and fill with cooled strawberry mixture.
- Bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool before topping with whipped cream dusted with matcha.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg