Orange Matcha Sugar Cookies Recipe- American , Asian Special
These Orange Matcha Sugar Cookies are a delightful dessert treat that combine matcha flavor and zesty orange in every bite. With soft cookies that melt in your mouth, they make for an easy cookie recipe that stands out from the usual. Perfect when you want something sweet, green-tinged, and refreshingly citrusy—whether for afternoon snack time or sharing with friends and family.
- Prep Time15 min
- Cook Time10 min
- Total Time25 min
Orange Matcha Sugar Cookies Ingredients :
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon orange zest (about 1 orange)
- 1 tablespoon matcha powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: additional granulated sugar for rolling
How to make Orange Matcha Sugar Cookies:
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, orange zest, matcha powder, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. The dough will be soft.
Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. If desired, roll each ball in granulated sugar before placing them on the baking sheet.
Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. The centers will still be soft.
Cool: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Recipe Notes:
Matcha Quality Tips: Use high-quality ceremonial or culinary matcha powder to ensure vibrant color and authentic matcha flavor.
Zest Freshness: For the best orange taste, zest your orange just before use—fresh zest delivers the brightest citrus notes.
Rolling Sugar: Rolling dough balls in granulated sugar before baking adds a lovely sparkle and slight crunch to the cookie exterior.
Storage & Freezing: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week; you can also freeze baked or dough-rolled cookies for longer storage.
Baking Time: Watch closely near the end—edges should be lightly golden while centers stay soft. Over-baking can lead to losing that soft texture.
