Description
Delicious and visually stunning Strawberry Matcha Shortbread Cookies that blend sweet strawberries with earthy matcha flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons matcha powder
- ½ cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- Sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in the flour and matcha powder, folding gently with a spatula.
- Fold in the finely chopped strawberries without mashing them.
- Use a cookie scoop or your hands to form small balls of dough, placing them on the baking sheet and flattening slightly.
- Sprinkle each cookie with sea salt before baking.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are light golden brown.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, substitute unsalted butter with coconut oil. Use culinary-grade matcha for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: strawberry, matcha, shortbread, cookies, dessert, baking