Save Buttery, crisp matcha-flavored cookie sticks perfect for pairing with cheeses, fruits, or chocolate on a charcuterie board. These delicate cookies add a unique, subtly sweet touch to your spread.
I first made these matcha cookie sticks for a family gathering and watched guests delight in pairing them with everything from brie to fresh berries. The balanced sweetness and beautiful green shade always make them a conversation starter.
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Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 1 3/4 cups (220 g)
- Matcha green tea powder (culinary grade): 2 tbsp (12 g)
- Baking powder: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1/4 tsp
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1/2 cup (115 g)
- Granulated sugar: 2/3 cup (130 g)
- Egg: 1 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- White chocolate, melted (optional): 1/2 cup (90 g)
- Freeze-dried raspberries, crushed (optional): 2 tbsp
- Pistachios, finely chopped (optional): 2 tbsp
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Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream Butter & Sugar:
- Cream softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add Egg & Vanilla:
- Beat in egg and vanilla extract until combined.
- Combine Mixtures:
- Gradually add dry mixture to wet, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Shape Dough:
- Divide dough in half. Roll each half on a lightly floured surface to a rectangle 1/4-inch (0.6 cm) thick.
- Cut & Arrange Sticks:
- Slice into sticks 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) wide and 4 inches (10 cm) long. Place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake:
- Bake 12–15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Decorate (Optional):
- Dip cooled sticks halfway into melted white chocolate, sprinkle with raspberries or pistachios. Let set before serving.
Save My little one loves helping sprinkle the decorations, and it has turned into a fun baking activity for our family when preparing a charcuterie spread for celebrations.
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Required Tools
Mixing bowls, electric mixer or hand whisk, rolling pin, baking sheet, parchment paper, knife or pastry cutter, wire rack.
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (gluten), egg, dairy, nuts (if using pistachios), soy (possible in white chocolate). Always double-check labels for guests with allergies.
Nutritional Information
Per serving (1 stick without decoration): Calories: 75, Total Fat: 3.5 g, Carbohydrates: 10 g, Protein: 1 g.
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Add these matcha cookie sticks to your next board for a delicious, decorative twist. Serve with both sweet and savory pairings for a memorable treat.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What type of matcha should I use?
Culinary grade matcha is recommended, providing vibrant color and balanced flavor ideal for baking.
- → Can I make these cookie sticks ahead of time?
Yes, store the baked cookie sticks in an airtight container for up to five days to maintain crispness.
- → Are the cookie sticks customizable with decorations?
Absolutely. Dip them in white chocolate and sprinkle with crushed freeze-dried raspberries or finely chopped pistachios for extra flavor and texture.
- → Are these suitable for a vegetarian diet?
Yes, the cookie sticks use vegetarian-friendly ingredients. For vegan-friendly options, use plant-based butter and a flaxseed egg substitute.
- → How do I serve matcha cookie sticks on a charcuterie board?
Arrange them alongside cheeses, nuts, and fresh fruit to provide a subtly sweet and crisp accent to your savory spread.
- → Is it possible to freeze the dough?
Yes, you can freeze the dough. Wrap tightly, freeze, and thaw before rolling and baking for later use.
