Imagine a cookie that's not just a treat, but a culinary adventure that dances on the edge of tradition and innovation. These Dark Chocolate Chip and Pistachio Matcha Cookies are about to revolutionize your baking game, combining the rich depth of dark chocolate, the earthy elegance of matcha, and the nutty crunch of pistachios in one irresistible bite. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a curious food enthusiast, this recipe promises to transport your taste buds to a realm of extraordinary flavor and texture.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: Fusion
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
- 2 tablespoons matcha powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, matcha powder, and salt until evenly combined. This will help to ensure that the dry ingredients are well mixed and will prevent clumping.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped pistachios using a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Once all the dough has been portioned out, gently flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand to create a thicker cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft. The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious Dark Chocolate Chip and Pistachio Matcha Cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!
Tips
- Temperature Matters: Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Don't Overmix: Mix your ingredients just until combined to keep the cookies tender and soft.
- Matcha Quality: Use high-grade culinary matcha for the most vibrant color and authentic flavor.
- Chill Option: For even more intense flavors, you can refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Consistent Size: Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookies that bake evenly.
- Watch the Bake Time: Remove cookies when edges are set but centers look slightly underdone for that perfect chewy texture.
- Cool Completely: Let cookies cool fully to allow flavors to develop and texture to set perfectly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 40mg
