Description
Neapolitan Matcha Cookies are a visually stunning and delicious treat combining chocolate, vanilla, and matcha green tea flavors. These cookies offer a unique taste experience with a soft, chewy texture, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons matcha green tea powder
- 1/4 cup milk (as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Divide the cookie dough into three equal parts.
- In one portion, mix in the matcha powder. In another portion, add cocoa powder to enhance the chocolate flavor. Leave the last portion plain for the vanilla flavor.
- Take small portions of each colored dough and layer them together, then roll them into balls. Flatten slightly to form cookie shapes.
- Arrange the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, ensuring they are spaced apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- Use high-quality, fresh matcha powder for the best flavor.
- Measure ingredients accurately, especially flour and cocoa powder, for optimal texture.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking if working in a warm environment to help cookies maintain shape.
- Consider drizzling melted chocolate or matcha glaze on cooled cookies for extra decoration.
- For a dairy-free version, use coconut oil or a dairy-free butter substitute.
- If the dough is too sticky, add flour one tablespoon at a time.
- To make gluten-free, use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: N/A