Crispy edges, gooey centers, and the earthy sweetness of matcha paired with creamy white chocolate. These chewy cookies are everything a matcha lover dreams of.

Time 1 hour (including chill time)

Difficulty Moderate

Makes 12–14 cookies

Made with Original Matcha Latte

Ingredients

  • ½ cup + 2 tbsp unsalted butter (130g, browned or melted)
  • ½ cup white sugar (100g)
  • ¾ cup brown sugar (150g, packed)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (185g)
  • 2–2 ½ tsp matcha powder (sifted)
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt (optional but recommended)
  • ½ to ⅔ cup white chocolate chunks/chips (80–100g)

Method

  1. Butter: Brown butter in a pan until nutty golden. Let cool 10–15 min.
  2. Mix in both sugars until combined. Add egg + vanilla and whisk until glossy.
  3. In another bowl, whisk flour, matcha, baking powder, and salt.In another bowl, whisk flour, matcha, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Fold dry into wet until just combined.
  5. Stir through white chocolate.
  6. Scoop into cookie dough balls and place in freezer for at least 30 mins before baking.
  7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12–14 min, until edges set but centres are soft.
  8. Cool at least 10 min before eating.