Description
Delicate Japanese matcha sable cookies dance with elegant green tea flavors, blending buttery richness and subtle earthy notes. Crisp, delicate rounds promise a delightful culinary journey you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) high-quality matcha powder
- 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, softened
Sugars:
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.5 grams) salt
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Sift matcha powder thoroughly to eliminate any lumps and ensure a smooth, even distribution throughout the dough.
- Cream butter and sugar until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and pale, which helps create a delicate cookie texture.
- Gently fold flour into the butter mixture, avoiding overmixing to prevent tough cookies.
- Shape the dough into a compact log, approximately 2 inches in diameter, wrapping tightly in plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate the dough for a minimum of 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and dough to firm up.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Remove dough from refrigerator and slice into uniform 1/4-inch thick rounds using a sharp knife.
- Arrange cookie slices on prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart to allow for slight spreading.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and centers appear set.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Once completely cooled, dust with additional matcha powder for enhanced flavor and visual appeal.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Notes
- Select high-quality ceremonial-grade matcha powder to unlock the most vibrant and authentic green tea flavor in your cookies.
- Thoroughly chill the dough for at least 2 hours to ensure crisp, clean edges and a perfectly tender shortbread-like texture when slicing and baking.
- Experiment with dusting powdered sugar or drizzling white chocolate over the cooled cookies for an elegant and decorative touch that complements the earthy matcha taste.
- For gluten-free variations, swap wheat flour with a blend of almond and rice flour to maintain the delicate crumbly consistency while accommodating dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 138
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 27 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 22 mg