Hojicha Cookies Roasted Green Tea (Printable)

Buttery cookies with nutty hojicha roasted green tea. Easy 27-minute treat yields 24.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons hojicha powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, hojicha powder, baking soda, and salt.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
04 - Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until incorporated without overmixing.
06 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart.
07 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
08 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The roasted hojicha powder adds a unique, smoky flavor that sets these apart from standard cookies.
  • A simple, easy-to-follow process that yields professional-quality results.
  • Buttery and tender texture that melts in your mouth with every bite.
02 -
  • Avoid overmixing the dough once the dry ingredients are added to prevent the cookies from becoming tough.
  • Check the hojicha powder for any potential cross-contamination if you have specific allergies to wheat or dairy.
  • Allowing the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for a few minutes after baking is crucial for them to set properly before moving to the wire rack.
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