These soft and buttery Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies have a double hit of green tea -- it's not only in the cookies, but also in the matcha chocolate chips.
This post first appeared on Sift & Simmer in June 2017. Updated March 2021.
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Do you ever have those times where you think of something, and it just snowballs into something more?
To continue from my Homemade Matcha Chocolate Chips, I present to you... the perfect way to use them... in my Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies!
What is matcha?
Matcha is a fine powdered Japanese green tea that I use a lot in my baking.
It has an earthy, grassy taste that makes it suitable for pairing with sweets.
Double the matcha
These Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies are definitely for green tea lovers.
They're a soft, double matcha chocolate chip cookie.
There's double chocolate chip cookies, why not double matcha chip cookies?
The cookie dough contains matcha, and to double up on the green tea goodness, I added my homemade matcha chocolate chips for extra yummy measure.
These were such a hit!
Both my boys gobbled them up and asked me to make more, 3 times! Yes! That's a victory in my books.
Not so secret ingredient
Matcha chocolate chips.
The creamy matcha chocolate chips add a slight earthy punch throughout the cookie.
They also help bring down the overall sweetness of the cookie, which is the way I like it.
What you'll need to make the cookies
- salted butter: melted; I really like the flavour from salted butter for these cookies; however, you can use unsalted butter -- just add a pinch of salt to the butter when you melt it.
- all-purpose flour: you can use bread flour if you prefer a chewier cookie
- large egg: beaten, about half an egg -- measure out about 2 Tbsp
- light brown sugar: or coconut sugar; adds a deeper flavour to the cookies
- granulated sugar: adds sweetness to the cookies
- baking soda: helps to puff up the cookies a little
- matcha: use a high quality matcha powder for the best flavour; brands will vary in intensity so use one that you like
- matcha chocolate chips: you can also use milk, dark, or white chocolate chips instead.
How to make Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies
This recipe comes together quite easily. No need to have any ingredients at room temperature!
I used melted butter which makes this process simpler.
Combine the melted butter, egg, and sugars together in a bowl.
Next, fold in the dry ingredients. (I added a little bit of almond flour to the cookie for some subtle nutty flavour and to increase the nutritional content a slight bit, but this is entirely optional).
When you clump the dough with your hands, it should form a dough. If it's too "wet," add 1 tablespoon of flour until the dough comes together.
Chill the dough in the fridge for 10 minutes.
Use a small cookie scoop to form the dough into balls, and stud the tops with Homemade Matcha Chocolate Chips.
Chill the formed cookies in the fridge for another 15-20 minutes.
Bake at 350F for 10-12 minutes, until slightly golden around the edges. Don't overbake.
Cool on the baking tray for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Substitutions & FAQs
Do I have to use matcha chocolate chips?
No, you can certainly use white chocolate chips or regular dark chocolate chips if you like.
Can I omit the almond flour?
Yes, you can omit the almond flour and replace with the same amount of all-purpose flour.
Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely.
Do I need to chill the cookie dough?
It's best to chill the dough so the flour has some time to absorb the flavours. It also helps to prevent the cookie from flattening out too much.
Other cookie recipes you may like
Matcha Strawberry Oreo Cookies
Chocolate-Dipped Earl Grey Shortbread Cookies
Soft, buttery, matcha chip-filled cookies that will make you ask... why haven't I made these sooner?
Well, the time is now, my friends. Go forth and make Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies!
If you try this recipe -- be sure to tag me on Instagram @siftandsimmer or leave me a comment/rating below!
Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoon salted butter melted
- ½ large egg beaten
- 2 tablespoon light brown sugar or coconut sugar
- ¼ C granulated cane sugar
- ½ C all-purpose flour + more as needed
- 2 tablespoon almond flour optional
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon high-quality culinary grade matcha
- ¼ C matcha chocolate chips + extra for the tops
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F/177°C.
- In a large glass bowl, add the melted salted butter, egg, and sugars. Whisk until everything is combined.
- Add the flour, almond flour (if using), baking soda, and matcha to the butter mixture and use a spatula to mix until it forms a dough.
- If you press the dough together, it should stick nicely into a ball and not crumble apart. If it appears too "wet," add 1 tablespoon of flour and mix again.
- Fold in the matcha chocolate chips to the cookie dough and mix until all of the chips are dispersed throughout the dough.
- Chill the dough in the fridge for 10 minutes.
- Use a small ice cream scoop to portion the cookie dough into 6 balls, about 40-42g each. Roll the balls with your hands and place onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or cookie sheet.
- Press in additional matcha chocolate chips on the tops of the cookies and chill in the refrigerator for another 15-20 minutes.
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes at 350°F/177°C, until slightly puffy, dry, and slightly golden in colour. Don't overbake. The cookies should still retain a nice green colour from the matcha.
- Cool for 10 minutes on the baking sheet and carefully transfer the cookies onto a wire rack to cool entirely. Enjoy with a tall glass of milk.
Nutrition
The nutritional information provided should be considered as approximate and is not guaranteed. Please use your best judgment to ensure food is safely prepared and/or a good fit for your diet.
Cookie recipe adapted from Pinch of Yum
Dannii
I never would have thought to put matcha in chocolate chip cookies, but these look great. With that colour, they would be perfect for Halloween.
Biana
These cookies sound amazing! And I love how you made your own matcha chocolate chips, such a great idea.
Emily Flint
What a fun recipe! I can't wait to make some of those matcha chocolate chips and then dive into these cookies!!
B
Such a tasty cookie recipe! I used regular chocolate chips and they came out great, you still got that tasty matcha flavour though next time I buy white chocolate I defintiely want to give the matcha chocolate chips a try
Michelle
Awesome, thanks so much for the feedback! 🙂
Jamie
Oh I love this idea so much! I'm saving this to make over the weekend since I have a bag of matcha powder in my pantry~
Michelle
Thanks Jamie! Hope you enjoy them! 🙂
Sara Welch
Whipped up a batch of these this afternoon and they did not disappoint! So unique and unexpected; easily, a my new way to cure we sweet tooth!
Michelle
Awesome, thanks for making them Sara! 🙂
Beth
These look so delicious and very yummy! I can’t wait to make these cookies!
Carrie Robinson
I just love matcha, but I have never thought to put it cookies before! This is a genius idea. 🙂
Angela
These cookies look absolutely amazing! Love the colors and flavors of the matcha. YUM!
Ben | Havocinthekitchen
I love this matcha kick on your blog lately! I like matcha although I don't use it too often. Perhaps I should make these cookies (With white chocolate chips for me.) Delicious!
David @ Spiced
What a fun idea! You never cease to amaze me with the unique matcha recipes, Michelle. I've been on a serious chocolate chip cookie baking kick lately, and I'm thinking I need to try this version out!
Michelle
Thanks David! Definitely give them a try! I'm sure Laura will love them 🙂
Abbe@This is How I Cook
I always love the color that matcha brings to food. These cookies are perfect for Spring!
Kim Lange
I call you the "Matcha Queen"! 🙂 These cookies would be great for Christmas, Easter and St Patrick's Day for that pretty green vibe and I love your home-made matcha chips. 🙂
Heather Johnson
love all the health benefits of matcha - and to think i can get it while eating a cookie!!!!
Julie
Love the earthy flavor of matcha combined with the sweetness of the chocolate and sugar. A perfect cookie.
talesfrommysideofthekitchen
Just tried the recipe and love it!! Not too sweet and the cookies are chewy. Thanks! 💚
Michelle
Amazing, thanks for sharing your creation with me on Instagram as well! 🙂
Hannah
Fabulously easy and delicious recipe, and freezes really well! Can't wait to make them again!