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Matcha Cookies

These Matcha Cookies are chewy and soft on the inside, have the best earthy-sweet flavors, and are loaded with white chocolate chips. A unique sweet treat to enjoy with a cup of tea or for an afternoon pick-me-up!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Japanese-inspired
Servings: 20 cookies
Calories: 164kcal
Author: Nora Taylor

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons matcha powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup vegan butter softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseeds
  • 3 tablespoons oat milk or soy, almond
  • 1 cup vegan white chocolate chips*
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Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line two cookie sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper.
  • In a small-medium bowl, sift the flour, cornstarch, matcha and baking soda. Add the salt and stir well to combine. Set aside.
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, or using a handheld mixer, beat the softened vegan butter and sugars until creamy. Mix in the vanilla, flaxseeds and milk.
  • Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  • Mix in the white chocolate chips. You may need to use your hands to incorporate them.
  • Using a cookie scoop or spoon, roll into balls about 1 1/2 tablespoons each. Place on the prepared pans and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are just set. I prefer baking one pan at a time in the middle rack of the oven, for best results. They will seem too soft but firm up as they cool, so don't over bake.
  • Let cool on the pans for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack. Enjoy!

Notes

  1. Gluten free - Substitute a quality gluten free baking flour for the regular flour.
  2. You may use any kind of milk - oat, soy, almond, cashew, coconut, etc.
  3. If you can't find vegan white chocolate chips, you can use regular (vegan) chocolate chips, chopped macadamia nuts, or nothing mixed in at all.
  4. For a stronger matcha flavor, add an extra teaspoon or two.

Nutrition

Serving: 1of 20 cookies | Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 104mg | Potassium: 52mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 243IU | Vitamin C: 0.05mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg