Matcha Checkerboard Cookies: The Best Easy Treat to Make Together
These Matcha Checkerboard Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the earthy flavor of matcha with a visually stunning checkerboard pattern. Perfect for making together with family and friends!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons matcha powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until well combined.
- Divide the dough into two equal parts. Mix matcha powder into one half until fully incorporated.
- Roll out each dough half into rectangles, then stack them together and chill for 30 minutes.
- Once chilled, cut the dough into strips and form the checkerboard pattern.
- Cut the dough into cookie shapes and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
Notes
- For a more intense flavor, use higher quality matcha powder.
- Make sure to chill the dough; this helps maintain the cookie shape while baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Matcha Checkerboard Cookies