Matcha Green Tea Latte Cookies—because we all need more caffeine in our baked goods. These cookies bring together the calming zen of matcha and the richness of a latte. The bold green color? Oh, that’s just a bonus. These cookies are perfect for the person who loves their daily matcha fix but also has a serious sweet tooth. Forget the plain ol’ chocolate chip; these cookies offer a sophisticated twist that might make you feel a little bit fancy. Warning: they might actually improve your baking game—and your caffeine tolerance.
Matcha Green Tea Latte Cookies
Matcha and latte flavors combine in chewy cookies for a sweet, caffeinated treat that’ll have you questioning why you haven’t tried this sooner.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp matcha powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp brewed espresso or strong coffee
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, matcha powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until creamy. Add egg, vanilla, and espresso; beat until combined.
- Combine: Slowly add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Stir in white chocolate chips.
- Shape Cookies: Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Cool: Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Serve: Enjoy with your favorite matcha latte (or more coffee, because why not).
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 6%
- Calcium: 2%
- Iron: 4%
- Magnesium: 2%
- Potassium: 2%
Additional Notes/Tips
- For extra flavor, try adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Don’t skimp on the matcha; it’s what makes the cookie special.
- The espresso is optional, but it adds a lovely depth to the flavor.
- Want an even stronger matcha flavor? Use a bit more matcha powder (just don’t overdo it).
- You can swap the white chocolate chips with dark chocolate if that’s more your vibe.
- Serve these with your matcha latte or coffee, and pretend you’re in a trendy café in Tokyo.
