Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons matcha powder
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup powdered sugar, for rolling
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Step 2: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and matcha powder until well combined. The batter will be a vibrant green.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Step 4: Place the powdered sugar in a shallow dish. Roll rounded tablespoons of cookie dough into balls, then roll each ball in the powdered sugar until evenly coated.
- Step 5: Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Step 6: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store these delicate cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze them for longer storage.
- For a warm, gooey center, gently reheat a cookie in the microwave for 5-10 seconds.
- Serve these matcha crinkle cookies alongside a cup of strong matcha latte or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an exquisite dessert pairing.
- To ensure vibrant green cookies, sift the matcha powder before adding it to the batter to remove any lumps and achieve a smooth, even color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American