These matcha white chocolate chip cookies are soft, chewy, and perfectly balanced with earthy green tea flavor and creamy white chocolate chunks. As a trained pastry chef, I love incorporating matcha into classic treats like cookies—it's an unexpected twist that feels both comforting and sophisticated. Whether you're already a matcha lover or just matcha-curious, these cookies are a delicious (and very photogenic) way to add something new to your baking routine!
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I first started playing with matcha in pastry school, and I was immediately drawn to its vibrant color and depth of flavor. It’s earthy, slightly bitter, and full of umami—a total flavor chameleon that can go sweet or savory depending on how it's incorporated! While matcha lavender lattes and refreshing matcha soda will always have my heart, folding it into cookie dough gives you something extra special: a chewy cookie with a hint of tea shop elegance.
These matcha white chocolate chip cookies strike a beautiful balance. The sweetness of the white chocolate rounds out the notes of the matcha, while a touch of salt enhances all the flavors. They're also great for gifting or gatherings—the bold green hue always turns heads, and the flavor gets even better the next day!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Chewy, Soft & Irresistible – With just the right texture, these cookies are gooey in the center and golden at the edges.
- Naturally Eye-Catching – Their gorgeous green hue makes them perfect for gifting, matcha lovers, or themed events.
- Freezer-Friendly – The dough freezes beautifully, so you can bake a few at a time whenever the craving hits.
Matcha Cookies: Step-by-Step Instructions
This matcha bakery cookies recipe comes together in just a few simple steps:
Step 1: Sift the pastry flour, baking soda, baking powder, culinary grade matcha powder and salt together in a small bowl and set aside.
Step 2: Cream together the butter and brown sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer with a paddle attachment for 2 minutes. Add the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time.
Step 3: Mix in the dry ingredients until just combined and finally mix in the white chocolate chips.
Step 4: Shape & Freeze. Scoop the matcha cookie dough into balls, place them on a baking sheet or plate lined with parchment paper.
Step 5: Bake. Preheat your oven to 350F and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cookie is starting to set on the edges. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow to cool before enjoying!
Expert Baking Tips
- Use High-Quality Matcha – Not all matcha is created equal. For vibrant color and smooth flavor, choose a culinary-grade matcha you love baking with!
- Bake Just Until Set – Pull them when the centers still look slightly soft—residual heat will finish the job and keep them perfectly chewy.
- Customize Your Chips – Swap some of the white chocolate for chopped macadamias, pistachios, or even a few freeze-dried strawberries for a fun twist.
- Sift the Matcha – For the smoothest dough and even color, sift your matcha powder with the dry ingredients to break up any clumps.
Storing Details
To store, keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4–5 days. They’ll stay soft and flavorful.
To freeze, scoop the dough into balls, freeze on a tray, and transfer to a sealed bag or container. Bake straight from frozen—just add 1–2 extra minutes to your bake time!
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Easy No-Chill Bakery-Style Matcha White Chocolate Cookies
Equipment
- Cookie Scoop (Large, 3 Tablespoons)
Ingredients
- 3 cups (360 g) All Purpose Flour
- ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
- ¼ Baking Powder
- 2 Tablespoons Matcha Powder , Culinary Grade
- ¾ teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1 cup (227 g) Butter , at room temperature
- 1 ½ cup (300 g) Brown Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 2 Eggs, large
- 2 cups (312 g) White Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F. Then, sift together the pastry flour, baking soda, baking powder, matcha powder and salt together in a small bowl and set aside.3 cups All Purpose Flour, ½ teaspoon Baking Soda, ¼ Baking Powder, ¾ teaspoon Kosher Salt, 2 Tablespoons Matcha Powder
- Cream together the butter and brown sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer with a paddle attachment for 2 minutes. Add the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time.1 cup Butter, 1 ½ cup Brown Sugar, 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract, 2 Eggs
- Mix in the dry ingredients until just combined and mix in the white chocolate chips.2 cups White Chocolate Chips
- Scoop the cookie dough with a large cookie scoop (3 tablespoons) into balls.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cookie is golden brown on the edges. Remove the cookies from the oven and use the edges of a large cookie cutter to scoot and round out the cookies into a perfect circle if desired. After two minutes, transfer to a wire rack, before cooling and enjoying!
Notes
While they are still hot from the oven, place the cutter or glass over each matcha white chocolate cookie, then swirl your hand around in small, tight circles. The swirling motion will cause the edges of the cookie to collide with the glass or metal, pushing any wonky bits back into a perfectly circular shape.
Madeline
I love this combination of flavors - earthy and sweet/creamy, the best of both worlds!!