Matcha Shortbread Cookies
Buttery, crisp, and elegantly flavored with earthy matcha 🍵—these Matcha Shortbread Cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and sophisticated. Ideal for tea time or a light dessert!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp matcha powder culinary grade
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, matcha powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Roll dough into a log, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Slice into ¼-inch rounds and place on baking sheet. Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
Drizzle with white chocolate for extra sweetness or mix in chopped pistachios for a nutty twist. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.