Description
These Matcha Jasmine Cookies are a delightful blend of earthy matcha green tea and delicate floral jasmine. Soft, buttery, and lightly crisp at the edges, they make the perfect treat for tea time or gifting. With their vibrant green hue and aromatic flavor, these cookies are as beautiful as they are delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 1/2 tablespoons matcha powder (culinary grade)
- 1 tablespoon jasmine tea leaves, finely ground
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Grind the Jasmine Tea: Using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle, grind jasmine tea leaves into a fine powder. Set aside.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until pale and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add Egg Yolk and Vanilla: Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, matcha powder, and ground jasmine tea.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually mix dry ingredients into the butter mixture until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
- Shape the Dough: Roll dough into a 2-inch diameter log, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Slice and Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice dough into 1/4-inch rounds, place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, and bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are set but not browned.
- Cool and Serve: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve as is, or dust with powdered sugar for a delicate finish.
Notes
For a more intense floral aroma, infuse melted butter with jasmine tea before chilling and using in the recipe. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies tender and maintain their vibrant green color.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg