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Strawberry Matcha Neapolitan Cookies

Strawberry Matcha Neapolitan Cookies for a Colorful Treat

These 30-Minute Strawberry Matcha Neapolitan Cookies feature a delightful blend of strawberry and matcha flavors in a colorful tri-color design.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour, texture may vary
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps cookies rise
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder adds additional leavening
  • ½ teaspoon salt enhances flavor
For the Dough
  • ½ cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract essential for flavor
For the Flavoring
  • ¼ cup freeze dried strawberries can substitute with fresh strawberries
  • 2 tablespoons matcha powder use culinary grade for best flavor

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Whisk
  • Parchment Paper
  • bench scraper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
  3. In a stand mixer, cream together ½ cup of room temperature unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, then add 1 egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture into the creamed mixture until combined.
  5. Divide the dough into three equal parts; mix ¼ cup of crushed freeze-dried strawberries in one part, and 2 tablespoons of matcha powder in another.
  6. Form cookie balls using 1 tablespoon of each color dough.
  7. Roll the cookie balls in granulated sugar and place them on the baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but centers are slightly soft.
  9. Cool on baking sheets for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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