Description
Experience the perfect blend of vibrant matcha and fragrant lavender in these delightful sugar cookies. Not only are they visually stunning with their rich green hue, but their unique flavor profile also creates a refreshing and comforting treat. Ideal for tea parties, special celebrations, or as an everyday snack, these cookies add a touch of elegance to any dessert spread. With easy-to-follow instructions and customizable options, you can impress your guests with these sophisticated delights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons culinary-grade matcha powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For Frosting: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 tablespoons whole milk or heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons culinary lavender buds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix dry ingredients: flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and matcha powder in a bowl.
- In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add egg, sour cream (or yogurt), and vanilla to the butter mixture; mix well.
- Gradually combine the dry and wet mixtures until just blended.
- Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until edges are lightly golden; cool on a wire rack.
- For frosting, beat softened butter with powdered sugar and milk until smooth; fold in lavender buds.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use fresh culinary-grade matcha for the best flavor. Refrigerate cookie dough for at least 30 minutes to maintain shape during baking. Customize flavors by substituting lavender with other herbs or extracts.