Description
Matcha magic sparkles in these strawberry frosted cookies, blending Japanese green tea essence with sweet berry charm. Delicate crumbles and creamy frosting invite cookie enthusiasts to savor this delightful fusion of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.75 cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp high-quality matcha powder
- 0.5 tsp baking soda
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsps milk
- 0.5 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1.5 cups (180g) powdered sugar
- 2 tbsps freeze-dried strawberry powder (or 0.25 cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.5 tbsps milk (adjust for consistency)
Instructions
- Preparation: Meticulously sift dry ingredients into a large mixing bowl, creating a vibrant matcha-infused powder foundation for the cookies.
- Creaming: Vigorously blend butter and sugar until the mixture transforms into a light, fluffy texture with delicate air pockets, establishing a smooth base for the cookie dough.
- Liquid Integration: Carefully incorporate egg and vanilla, stirring with precision to achieve a uniform mixture without compromising the delicate structure.
- Dough Formation: Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, using a spatula to create a cohesive dough with a distinctive matcha green color and silky consistency.
- Moisture Adjustment: Introduce milk incrementally, ensuring the dough reaches an ideal texture that’s perfectly balanced between pliable and firm.
- Chilling Process: Completely encase the dough in plastic wrap, eliminating air pockets, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to intensify flavors and stabilize the cookie mixture.
- Baking Preparation: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), line a baking sheet with parchment paper, and remove chilled dough from refrigerator to begin shaping and baking cookies.
- Shaping: Roll dough into uniform balls, spacing them evenly on the prepared baking sheet to allow proper spreading during baking.
- Baking: Place in preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges turn golden and centers appear slightly soft.
- Cooling and Frosting: Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before delicately applying strawberry frosting, creating a stunning contrast to the matcha base.
Notes
- Precision in Sifting: Use a fine-mesh sifter to ensure the matcha powder and flour blend completely without lumps, creating a smooth, even color throughout the cookie dough.
- Gentle Mixing Technique: Avoid overmixing the dough to prevent tough cookies; mix just until ingredients are combined to maintain a tender, delicate texture.
- Chilling is Crucial: Let the dough rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading and intensify the matcha flavor, resulting in a more compact and flavorful cookie.
- Strawberry Frosting Tip: Ensure the cookies are completely cool before frosting to prevent the strawberry topping from melting and losing its vibrant appearance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 11
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg