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    Vegan Matcha Cookies

    Published: Dec 13, 2022 by Tori · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    Soft and sweet with the mildly earthy flavor of matcha, these vegan matcha cookies are a delicious twist on a classic cookie. Their vibrant green color, balanced flavor, and chewy texture will make them an unexpected favorite wherever you share them. Whether you are a matcha lover or just looking for a natural way to make festive cookies, you will love these chewy matcha cookies.

    Matcha cookies stacked on top of each other.
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    • YOU WILL LOVE THESE COOKIES
    • INGREDIENTS AND SUBSTITUTIONS
    • INSTRUCTIONS
    • VARIATIONS
    • STORAGE
    • TIPS 
    • FAQ
    • RECIPE

    YOU WILL LOVE THESE COOKIES

    • They're festive. Bright green cookies are just fun! Their delicious flavor is complemented by their green color, which makes for a festive holiday cookie or spring-worthy treat.
    • They're unexpected. A slight twist on a classic, these vegan matcha cookies are a fun way to mix up a traditional sugar cookie recipe.
    • They are simple to make. I love the base recipe that I use to make these cookies, as well as my pumpkin oat and gingersnap cookies. You don't need to get the fancy mixers out. Plus, this easy vegan recipe works great with regular or gluten-free all-purpose flours.

    INGREDIENTS AND SUBSTITUTIONS

    labeled matcha cookie ingredients on a wood board with a white teal towel.
    • All-purpose flour: I use gluten-free flour, however both gluten-free and all-purpose flour work well for this recipe.
    • Matcha: A high-quality 100% matcha powder (not green tea powder) is best. I've used ceremonial-grade matcha for a brighter color, but you can use culinary-grade matcha if you'd prefer a stronger matcha flavor. Both are delicious!
    • Vanilla: Vanilla extract gives a light vanilla flavor that you'd expect in a sugar cookie.
    • White miso: White miso paste adds a slightly savory flavor. This adds complexity to the flavor of these cookies, but can also easily be omitted in favor of an extra pinch of salt.
    • Sugar: White sugar gives these cookies a nice sweetness. You can substitute light brown sugar if you'd like to add some caramel flavor to these cookies.
    • Canola oil: I used canola oil, however most neutral oils, such as grapeseed or vegetable oil, should also work fine.

    INSTRUCTIONS

    In a medium bowl, combine your dry ingredients. You can optionally sift the matcha into the rest of the dry ingredients to prevent any dark green spots in the cookies.

    Matcha powder in a brass sifter over a glass bowl.

    Then, in a small mixing bowl, whisk together your wet ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is completely homogenous. This may take a couple of minutes.

    Medium bowl of dry ingredients and small bowl of wet ingredients.

    From here, fold your wet mixture into your flour mixture until your cookie dough comes together. The dough will be slightly wetter than a typical cookie dough. If the dough is too wet to handle, chill the dough for around 30 minutes in the fridge.

    Cookie dough in a glass mixing bowl.

    Then, use a cookie scoop or heaping tablespoon to portion the dough. Place each dough ball on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet about three inches apart. Bake the cookies at 350° F for 8-10 minutes. When done, transfer them to a cooling rack.

    Lined baking tray of matcha cookies.

    VARIATIONS

    matcha chocolate chip cookies: Before portioning the cookie dough, gently mix in about ⅓ cup of chocolate chips (vegan white chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips would be delicious). Use light brown sugar in place of the white sugar for a more classic chocolate chip cookie flavor.

    milder/bolder flavor matcha cookies: Easily adjust the strength of the matcha flavor by changing the amount or type of matcha in this recipe. Decrease the matcha powder to one teaspoon and choose ceremonial matcha for the mildest flavor. Follow the recipe as written and use culinary matcha for the boldest matcha flavor.

    Cooling tray of matcha cookies with a teaspoon of matcha powder and tea towel.

    STORAGE

    Making ahead: You can pre-portion the dry ingredients and finish the recipe at a later time. If using gluten-free flour, I would not advise mixing the dough more than a couple of hours before baking as it can cause the oil to separate from the dough.

    Storage: According to the USDA, homemade cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 weeks. They can also keep in the freezer for 8-12 months.

    TIPS 

    • It is very important that the wet ingredients are thoroughly combined. A good way to test this is to take your whisk and see if the mixture drizzles off the whisk evenly. If it seems that some liquid comes off, then chunks of sugar, keep mixing!
    • The dough will be a bit wetter than typical cookie dough. You can chill the dough for around 30 minutes to allow the flour to continue absorbing the liquid. This will make the dough easier to handle.
    Matcha cookies on a cooling rack with one cookie missing a bite from it.

    FAQ

    What do matcha cookies taste like?

    Matcha cookies taste sweet and rich, as a sugar cookie typically would, with a light earthy flavor that is bright and vegetal thanks to the matcha.

    Are matcha cookies healthy?

    The definition of "healthy" can be different from person to person. Matcha itself is high in antioxidants, which be beneficial. That being said, cookies are generally high in sugar and simple carbohydrates, making them best enjoyed in moderation. All in all, matcha cookies may have a slight leg up on other cookies in the antioxidant department, but should still be enjoyed in moderation (as most things in life seem to be best enjoyed!).

    Do matcha cookies have caffeine?

    Yes. Depending on exactly which matcha you use, this recipe should yield around 115-265 mg of caffeine. This means each cookie may have between 10 and 22 mg of caffeine, which is about a half cup to a full cup of green tea. If you are sensitive to caffeine, this is something to keep in mind!

    What is the best matcha for cookies?

    The best matcha for cookies is a high-quality 100% matcha powder. Matcha powder is different from green tea powder, which has a more bitter and astringent flavor than matcha. In the US, matcha is often differentiated between culinary and ceremonial grade.
    Culinary matcha is lower quality than ceremonial matcha, making it the more cost-effective option. It will have a bolder flavor, which is great for incorporating into baked goods or lattes.
    Ceremonial matcha will also make a delicious cookie, though milder in flavor. Using ceremonial matcha is the best way to get a bright green color to your cookies, and it will make a higher quality matcha drink.
    Not all great-quality matcha will have a grade, especially if it is from an authentic Japanese tea store. For example, Ippodo Tea does not denote grades, but does recommend their lighter Wakaki or Hatsu matcha blends for baking.
    comparison of duller green culinary matcha powder to bright green ceremonial matcha powder.

    RECIPE

    Matcha cookies stacked on top of each other.

    Vegan Matcha Cookies

    A delicious twist on a classic cookie.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Optional chilling time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 12 cookies
    Calories: 109kcal
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    Ingredients

    Dry Ingredients

    • 1 cup gluten-free measure-for-measure flour (or regular all-purpose flour)
    • 1½ teaspoons matcha powder
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt

    Wet Ingredients

    • ½ cup sugar
    • ¼ cup canola oil
    • 3 Tablespoons water
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ¼ teaspoon white miso (or additional ⅛ teaspoon of salt)

    Equipment

    Mixing Bowls
    Large Baking Tray

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350° F.
    • In a medium bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Optionally sift the matcha into the rest of the dry ingredients to prevent any dark green spots in the finished cookies.
    • In a small bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is completely homogenous. This may take 2-3 of minutes.
    • Fold the wet mixture into the dry mixture until a cookie dough comes together. The dough will be slightly wetter than a typical cookie dough. If the dough is too wet to handle, allow the cookies to chill for around 30 minutes in the fridge.
    • Use a cookie scoop or heaping tablespoon to portion the dough. Place each portion on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet about three inches apart.
    • Bake the cookies at 350° F for 8-10 minutes.
    • Remove from the oven and transfer to a cooling rack. Enjoy once they have cooled.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 108mg | Potassium: 1mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 1mg
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