Description
These Strawberry Frosted Matcha Cookies are a delightful fusion of flavors. The earthiness of matcha pairs perfectly with the sweetness of strawberry frosting, creating a unique and delicious treat.
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon matcha powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- ¼ cup freeze-dried strawberries (blended into powder)
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk or cream
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Cookies: In a bowl, whisk together flour, matcha powder, baking soda, and salt. Cream the softened butter with granulated and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla. Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet, flatten slightly, and bake for 9–11 minutes until edges are set. Let cool.
- Make the Frosting: Beat together the butter, strawberry powder, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
- Decorate the Cookies: Spread or pipe the frosting onto the cooled cookies.
Notes
- For extra strawberry flavor, add a pinch of strawberry extract to the frosting.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
