30-Minute Strawberry Matcha Neapolitan Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 ⅝ call purpose flour
- ½ tspbaking soda
- ½ tspbaking powder
- ¼ tspsalt
- ½ cunsalted butter
room temperature
- 1 cgranulated sugar
plus ½ cup for rolling
- 1egg
room temperature
- 2 tspvanilla extract
- ½ cfreeze dried strawberries
- 1 tbspmatcha powder
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C).
- 2
Prep 2 baking sheets by covering them with parchment paper.
- 3
Combine 1 ⅔ cup of all purpose flour, ½ tsp of baking soda, ½ tsp of baking powder, and ¼ tsp of salt in a small bowl. Mix and set aside.
- 4
In a separate bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together ½ cup of unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until well combined.
- 5
Add 1 egg and 2 tsp of vanilla extract to the mixer. Mix until combined.
- 6
Combine the dry ingredients from step 1 with the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- 7
Divide the dough into 3 equal portions. Place each portion in a bowl.
- 8
Using a spice grinder or food processor, pulse ½ cup of freeze dried strawberries until it becomes fine powder. You should end up with ~2 tbsp of strawberry powder. Add the strawberry powder to 1 bowl with the cookie dough. Mix the dough and strawberry powder until combined.
- 9
Add 1 tbsp of matcha powder to another bowl. Mix the dough and matcha powder until combined.
- 10
Take 1 tbsp of dough from each bowl and combine it into 1 cookie dough ball. Each ball should be ~50 grams.
- 11
Add ½ cup of granulated sugar to a small bowl. Coat the dough ball in granulated sugar. Repeat this process until you run out of cookie dough.
- 12
Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes.
- 13
Cool for 10 minutes before serving.
30-Minute Strawberry Matcha Neapolitan Cookies
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of a dessert that's as stunning as it is simple? These 30-Minute Strawberry Matcha Neapolitan Cookies deliver vibrant, complex flavors and an impressive look with minimal effort, making you look like a seasoned pastry chef.
Why This Recipe Works
The magic of these cookies lies in their ability to create a visually striking, layered dessert that feels gourmet but comes together incredibly fast. You get the sweet tang of ripe strawberry, the earthy, subtle notes of matcha, and classic buttery cookie goodness all in one bite. It's a harmonious blend that's truly unique and surprisingly quick to achieve.
What to Expect
Imagine biting into a cookie with a delightful balance of sweet and earthy notes. You'll find the bright, fruity essence of strawberry, perfectly complemented by the subtle, slightly bitter complexity of matcha, all nestled in a tender, buttery crumb. Each cookie promises a soft, chewy texture that practically melts in your mouth, leaving a harmonious blend of flavors.
Beyond their incredible taste, the striking pink, green, and white layers of these Neapolitan cookies make them an absolute showstopper, ensuring every serving is a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Each serving offers a satisfying indulgence at 245 calories, making them a perfect treat.
Customization & Variations
These cookies are wonderfully versatile. While the classic strawberry and matcha combination is a winner, feel free to experiment with other freeze-dried fruits like raspberries or blueberries for a different fruity twist. For a simpler approach, you could divide the dough and only add strawberry or matcha, creating a unique single-flavor cookie. A sprinkle of decorative sugar or edible glitter for rolling could add an extra festive touch, perfect for holiday platters or special celebrations.
Serving & Context
These vibrant cookies are perfect for sharing at a special occasion, brightening up a dessert platter, or simply enjoying with a warm cup of tea or coffee. They make a fantastic edible gift, sure to impress friends and family with their unique flavors and striking presentation.