Description

These vibrant green cookies pair the earthy flavor of matcha with the fruity brightness of strawberries. Each soft, chewy cookie is loaded with white chocolate chunks and topped with two layers of frosting: a smooth matcha buttercream base and a tangy strawberry cream cheese topping. Perfect for events, gifts, or a stunning treat that’s as flavorful as it is beautiful.

Ingredients

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For the Cookies

½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup light brown sugar, packed
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 egg, room temperature
2¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp matcha powder (culinary grade)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
1 cup white chocolate, chopped

For the Matcha Frosting

½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1½ to 2 cups icing sugar, sifted
1 tbsp matcha powder
1–2 tbsp milk or cream, as needed for consistency

For the Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting

¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
4 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
1½ to 2 cups icing sugar, sifted
1 tsp vanilla extract
3–4 tbsp freeze-dried strawberry powder

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Instructions

Make the cookie dough: Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add vanilla and egg; beat until combined.
Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, matcha powder, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
Fold in white chocolate: Mix until evenly distributed. Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough onto a lined baking sheet. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set. Let cool completely.
Make the matcha frosting: Beat butter until smooth. Add icing sugar and matcha powder. Add milk or cream gradually until desired consistency is reached.
Frost the cookies: Spread a thin layer of matcha frosting on each cookie. Chill 10–15 minutes.
Make strawberry frosting: Beat butter and icing sugar until fluffy. Add vanilla and strawberry powder, then cream cheese. Mix until smooth.
Top with strawberry frosting: Spread or pipe the strawberry frosting over the matcha layer. Chill again for clean results.

Notes

Sift matcha and strawberry powders for a smooth frosting.
Chill the matcha frosting layer before adding strawberry to prevent blending.
Cookies must be completely cool before frosting.
Freeze-dried strawberry powder gives natural color and flavor—no food coloring needed.
Frostings can be made ahead and stored chilled.

Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Fusion