Japanese-style Chocolate Chip Cookie

Ingredients

This recipe replaces some of the flour in the original chocolate chip cookie recipe with matcha powder, and adds a touch of soy sauce for a savory umami flavor. We alse have the original recipe for Chocolate Chip Cookie, so you can check it out.

• 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (60g) matcha powder 1/2 cup (60g) matcha powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
• 1 egg 1 egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp soy sauce 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 cup (170g) chocolate chips 1 cup (170g) chocolate chips

Nutrition

• Calories: 200 kcal / 837 kJ
• Fat: 9g (5g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 28g (18g sugars)
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.3g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. 2.
   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, matcha powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. 3.
   In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. 4.
   Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and soy sauce.
5. 5.
   Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
6. 6.
   Fold in the chocolate chips.
7. 7.
   Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. 8.
   Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. 9.
   Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Matcha powder — Make sure to use high-quality matcha powder for the best flavor. Look for a bright green color and a smooth, fine texture.
• Soy sauce — Use a light soy sauce for this recipe, as dark soy sauce may be too strong.

Tips & Tricks

• Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking for a thicker, chewier cookie.
• Use a cookie scoop to ensure even-sized cookies.
• Sprinkle a pinch of matcha powder on top of each cookie before baking for a pretty green color.

Serving advice

Serve warm with a glass of cold milk or a cup of hot green tea.

Presentation advice

Arrange the cookies on a pretty plate or platter and sprinkle with a little extra matcha powder for a pop of color.