Description

Indulge in the delightful Strawberry Matcha Marble Cookies, a vibrant fusion of earthy matcha green tea and sweet strawberry flavors. These visually striking cookies are not just a treat for the eyes; they offer a perfect balance of taste and texture, making them an ideal addition to any gathering or afternoon tea.

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon matcha powder
1 tablespoon freeze-dried strawberry powder or strawberry extract

Instructions

Cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually incorporate into butter mixture until a soft dough forms.
Divide dough into three portions. Color one with matcha powder, another with strawberry powder or extract, and leave the third plain.
Create swirls by stacking colored doughs and gently twisting before shaping into balls.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake cookies for about 11 minutes until golden at the edges.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 11 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Japanese-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 145
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 95mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. If dough is too sticky after adding powders, gradually mix in flour until it's soft but moldable. For fun variations, try different fruit powders like raspberry or blueberry.