• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Chenée Today
  • Recipes
  • Cookbook
  • Shop
  • About
  • Subscribe
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Cookbook
  • Shop
  • About
  • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Cookbook
    • Shop
    • About
    • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Chocolate

    Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies

    December 9, 2021 by Chenée Lewis

    320 shares
    pin image - cookies on a tray with text overlay "matcha chocolate chip cookies"

    These soft matcha chocolate chip cookies are an incredible twist on a classic chocolate chip cookie! Chewy green tea chocolate chip cookies with a subtle matcha flavor that everyone will love! And if you like this matcha cookies recipe, you’ll love my Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins with Orange Zest, my Brownie Mix Cookies with White Chocolate, Cherries and Pistachios, and my Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies with Brown Butter and Sea Salt!

    overhead shot of matcha cookies with chocolate chips and white chocolate chips
    Chewy Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
    Jump to Recipe Jump to Video
    Pin Recipe Print Recipe

    *This post contains affiliate links — as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Please see my disclosure for details*.

    Soft Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

    If you've ever baked with matcha before, you know it adds such a deliciously complex flavor to sweet treats, and these matcha cookies are a perfect example! They bake up nice and chewy, with crispy edges and lots of chocolate chips, and they can be made with your choice of white chocolate chips, semisweet chips, or dark chocolate! They're a delicious twist on classic chocolate chip cookies!

    white and dark chocolate chips in matcha chocolate chip cookies on a tray
    Soft Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

    What is matcha for baking?

    Matcha is made from specially-grown green tea leaves that are steamed, dried and stone-ground into powder. It dates back to the 12th century in Japan, where it has become part of the revered practice of the tea ceremony. Matcha comes in three grades: ceremonial grade is the highest quality that is used for the Japanese tea ceremony, and is a bright, grassy green color. Premium grade matcha is also relatively high in quality, but its standards are not as stringent as ceremonial grade, so it is a more affordable option for lattes and other everyday drinks. Culinary grade matcha is a lighter green, with a slightly more bitter grassy flavor, and is affordable enough to be used in cooking and baking recipes like these matcha cookies.

    scoops of raw matcha chocolate chip cookies dough
    Matcha Chocolate Chips Cookie Dough

    What does matcha taste like?

    Matcha imparts a deliciously earthy, grassy tea flavor and bright green color to baked goods. It adds a lovely complexity to sweet dishes that breaks up any overly sweet flavors, and it complements flavors like dark chocolate, vanilla, lemon, mint, berries, and ginger. The earthy flavor of matcha is a perfect fit for these soft matcha chocolate chip cookies!

    ingredients for matcha chocolate chip cookies in prep bowls
    Matcha Cookies Ingredients

    Matcha Cookies Ingredients

    • butter - we're using melted butter, which helps the cookies to stay nice and chewy and makes them super easy to mix up!
    • granulated sugar - using granulated sugar adds sweetness and crisp edges to these matcha chocolate chip cookies.
    • brown sugar - to add a richer sweetness and contribute to a chewier texture, we'll add in light brown sugar as well. Or if you just realized you're out of brown sugar, check out my recipe for Chocolate Chip Cookies Without Brown Sugar!
    • egg - your egg should be room temperature before adding it in.
    • vanilla extract - be sure to use a high-quality pure vanilla extract. Or better yet, check out my post on how to make vanilla extract at home with just 2 ingredients!
    • all purpose flour - be sure to measure your flour correctly to ensure an accurate amount. I like to use a kitchen scale to measure by weight. You can add a little extra flour to produce slightly thicker cookies.
    • cornstarch - a little cornstarch helps to keep these cookies soft and chewy!
    • matcha powder - it should be a high quality culinary grade matcha -- I use AprikaLife organic matcha.
    • baking soda - gives these green tea chocolate chip cookies a bit of lift.
    • chocolate chips - you can use whatever chocolate chips you like in these matcha cookies! I like Ghirardelli white baking chips or their jumbo-sized semisweet chocolate chips.
    white and dark chocolate chips in matcha chocolate chip cookies on a tray
    Best Chewy Matcha White Chocolate Cookies

    Equipment

    You'll need a lined baking sheet for this recipe -- I like my Nordic Ware Baker's Big Sheet lined with a Silpat ¾ sheet liner! You'll also want a small cookie scoop for evenly-sized cookies. Here are a few more of my favorite tools for these green tea chocolate chip cookies:

    Tips and F.A.Q.

    Is matcha and chocolate a good combination?

    Does chocolate and matcha go together? Absolutely! Matcha works especially well with chocolate as a flavor combination. The creamy sweetness of chocolate balances out the earthiness of the matcha so well! I love dark chocolate chips and white chocolate in these matcha cookies!

    Why is my matcha cookie Brown?

    Your green tea chocolate chip cookies should turn out a warm green color, but if they're too brown you may have added too much brown sugar, or baked them a bit too long.

    How much matcha do I use for baking?

    For a batch of soft matcha chocolate chip cookies this size, you'll want 2-3 teaspoons of matcha powder. I like to use a full tablespoon for a noticeable matcha flavor.

    matcha chocolate chip cookies on a tray, one broken in half with melty chocolate chips

    How do you make matcha taste better in baking?

    First, you'll want to make sure you use a good quality matcha. I use AprikaLife culinary grade organic matcha, and I love the flavor and freshness. If you use a high quality matcha, it should have a smooth, earthy flavor that isn't bitter. You can also add flavors that will complement your matcha, like citrus, chocolate, vanilla, and spices.

    Why is matcha so expensive?

    Matcha is traditionally produced in a long, meticulous process by the tea leaves are planted, cared for, hand-picked, processed, steamed, dried, and stone-ground. High-quality matcha takes a lot of time, energy, and attention to detail to produce, which is what makes it cost more. Producing a less-expensive matcha usually involves cutting corners that can result in a less desirable flavor, color, or nutritional benefit.

    Why did my cookies not flatten out?

    Chances are, you accidentally added too much flour by measuring with a dry measuring cup. For best accuracy, I always recommend measuring dry ingredients by weight with a kitchen scale. A dry measuring cup can hold varying amounts of flour depending on how tightly it's packed, but a kitchen scale always gives you the exact amount you need. Scooping flour with a measuring cup can inadvertently add too much flour to your dough, which will keep these cookies from spreading and from getting as soft and chewy as they can be. If you don't have a kitchen scale (you should) you can use the spoon-and-level method. For more, see my post on measuring baking ingredients accurately!

    Best Chewy Matcha White Chocolate Cookies
    Best Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies

    If you try this recipe, I would love it if you could leave a star review rating and comment below! It’s so wonderful hearing your feedback! And don’t forget to share your creations with me by tagging @chenee_today on Instagram!

    More Cookie Recipes You'll Love

    • Almond Lemon Cookies
    • Chocolate Orange Shortbread Cookies
    • Lemon Curd Cookies
    • Salted Caramel Thumbprint Cookies with Cinnamon Sugar
    • Coconut Macadamia Oatmeal Cookies with White Chocolate Chunks
    • Raspberry White Chocolate Cookies
    overhead shot of matcha cookies with chocolate chips and white chocolate chips

    Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Print Pin Recipe Rate Recipe
    These soft matcha chocolate chip cookies are an incredible twist on a classic chocolate chip cookie! Chewy green tea chocolate chip cookies with a subtle matcha flavor that everyone will love! Try this matcha cookies recipe!
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine :American, Asian, Japanese
    Servings: 20 cookies
    Calories: 149kcal
    Recipe Source: Chenée Lewis

    Equipment you may need

    • small cookie scoop
    • mixing bowls
    • ¾ sheet baking pan
    • parchment paper
    • food scale
    • stand mixer
    • cooling rack
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • whisk
    • rubber spatula
    • hand mixer
    • silicone baking mat

    Ingredients

    • 1⅓ cup (167 g) all purpose flour - measured by weight or fluffed using the spoon-and-level method. (see note)
    • 2 tablespoon (16 g) cornstarch
    • 1 tablespoon (15 g) matcha powder - high-quality, culinary grade
    • ½ teaspoon (2 g) baking soda
    • ½ cup (114 g) salted butter - melted
    • ⅔ cup (133 g) granulated sugar
    • ½ cup (110 g) light brown sugar - packed
    • 1 large egg - room temperature
    • 1½ teaspoon (7 ml) pure vanilla extract
    • ¾ cup (177 g) chocolate chips - semi-sweet, dark, or white
    • flaky sea salt - for sprinkling (optional)

    Instructions

    • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and matcha until well combined. Set aside.
      1⅓ cup all purpose flour, 2 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 tablespoon matcha powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, sugars, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
      ½ cup salted butter, ⅔ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup light brown sugar, 1 large egg, 1½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until combined into a dough. Fold in chocolate chips.
      ¾ cup chocolate chips
    • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to chill at least 30 minutes.
    • When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350°F and line a large baking sheet with a silicone baking liner or parchment paper.
    • Use a small cookie scoop to scoop dough out onto lined cookie sheet, 2 inches apart.
    • Bake in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until edges of cookies are golden brown. Centers will still look underdone just as they come out of the oven -- the cookies will continue to cook a bit as they cool. Sprinkle with sea salt, if desired.
      flaky sea salt

    Video

    Notes

    Salted butter: I typically use salted butter in baking, but if you have unsalted butter you can just add ¼ teaspoon of salt to your dry ingredients.
    To make sure the cookies spread and are soft and chewy: I always recommend measuring dry ingredients by weight with a kitchen scale. A dry measuring cup can hold varying amounts of flour depending on how tightly it's packed, but a kitchen scale always gives you the exact amount you need. Scooping flour with a measuring cup can inadvertently add too much flour to your dough, which will keep these cookies from spreading and from getting as soft and chewy as they can be. If you don't have a kitchen scale (you should) you can use the spoon-and-level method. For more, see my post on measuring baking ingredients accurately!
    Thicker cookies: This matcha cookies recipe produces cookies that are somewhat thin, but soft and chewy. If you prefer a slightly thicker cookie, you can add an additional 2 tablespoon of flour to the dry ingredients.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 cookie | Calories: 149 kcal | Carbohydrates: 22 g | Protein: 2 g | Fat: 6 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g | Trans Fat: 1 g | Cholesterol: 23 mg | Sodium: 75 mg | Potassium: 22 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 15 g | Vitamin A: 193 IU | Calcium: 9 mg | Iron: 1 mg
    Nutrition Disclaimer
    Tags: best chewy matcha white chocolate cookies, best matcha chocolate chip cookies, green tea chocolate chip cookies, how to make matcha chocolate chip cookies, Matcha Chocolate Chip Cookies, matcha chocolate chip cookies calories, matcha chocolate chip cookies chewy, matcha chocolate chips, matcha cookies, matcha cookies recipe, matcha green tea chocolate chip cookies, matcha white chocolate chip cookies, soft matcha chocolate chip cookies
    Did you try this recipe? Rate it below!I can't wait to see (and share) your results! Follow me on Instagram at @chenee_today and tag #cheneetoday!

    PIN the best chewy matcha white chocolate cookies for later!

    pin image - cookies on a tray with text overlay "matcha chocolate chip cookies"
    Pin these matcha cookies for later!

    Last Updated on October 18, 2022 by Chenée Lewis

    More Chocolate

    • Chocolate Spice Cake
    • Marble Loaf Cake
    • Nutella Baked Oats
    • Chocolate Olive Oil Cake with Crystallized Ginger
    320 shares

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

      Let Me Know What You Think! Cancel reply

      Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

      Recipe Rating




      This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    1. Nancy

      December 28, 2022 at 8:10 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious cookies. Such a hit with the family! Definitely better than store-bought. Will be making more!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        January 10, 2023 at 6:19 pm

        So glad to hear it! Thanks!

        Reply
    2. Catherine M Cullen

      December 13, 2022 at 2:08 am

      These are the worst cookies I’ve baked in a long time ( yes I measured my ingredients). Overly sweet, too much chocolate ( I used Ghirardelli), baked at 12 minutes they were dry, 9 they were almost not cooked enough. I used culinary grade matcha. Simply not a good cookie.

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        December 14, 2022 at 12:31 am

        Thats too bad, sorry to hear you didn't like the cookies!

        Reply
    « Older Comments

    Primary Sidebar

    About Chenée

    I’m Chenée (kinda rhymes with “today”) and I love all types of baking! But my favorite recipes are ones that are quick and easy, and still yield impressive results. The ones you can't help but make again and again! That's what I share here, and I hope I can make your baking life a little easier along the way. MORE ABOUT CHENÉE >>

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
    • Twitter

    Trending Recipes

    • Boursin Pasta - Tiktok Viral Recipe
    • Fried Potatoes and Onions
    • Strawberry Shortcake Crumble

    Valentine's Day Recipes

    • Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake
    • Mini Red Velvet Cake
    • Raspberry White Chocolate Cookies
    • Chocolate Sour Cream Pound Cake

    Get my Cookbook!

    Sweet Summertime Cookbook - recipe book of summer desserts and summer recipes!

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    About Chenée
    Shop my Favorite Tools
    Disclosure Policy
    Privacy Policy
    Nutrition Disclaimer
    Contact

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube

    Subscribe

    As Seen In

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2021 Chenée Today, LLC. All rights reserved.

    320 shares
    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Pinterest
    • Yummly
    • Email
    • WhatsApp