Description
These matcha sugar cookies are infused with a hint of green tea flavor and topped with delicate lavender frosting.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon matcha powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried lavender buds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, then mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
- Roll the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool completely.
- To make the frosting, mix powdered sugar, heavy cream, and lavender until smooth.
- Frost the cooled cookies with the lavender frosting.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container.
- Use culinary-grade lavender for best flavor.
- Adjust matcha powder for a stronger taste if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Matcha Sugar Cookies, Lavender Frosting, Cookies, Dessert