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Vegan Matcha Cookies

These Vegan Matcha Cookies are a stunning treat! Soft, chewy, and bursting with earthy matcha and sweet white chocolate, they're perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • ½ cup Vegetable oil (sunflower oil)
  • ½ cup Dark brown sugar
  • ½ cup Granulated sugar
  • ½ cup Unsweetened apple sauce
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 2+ cups All-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 Tbsp Matcha powder
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • ¼ tsp Salt
  • 1 + ½ cups White chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures your cookies bake evenly and get that perfect golden color.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the vegetable oil, dark brown sugar, granulated sugar, unsweetened apple sauce, and vanilla extract. Whisk everything together until well combined and smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, matcha powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix; a few lumps are perfectly fine!
  • Gently fold in the white chocolate chips into the cookie dough. This will add a creamy sweetness to your cookies, balancing the matcha flavor beautifully.
  • Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto a lined cookie sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and the centers look slightly underbaked.
  • Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. This step helps them firm up while still being soft and chewy. Enjoy your Vegan Matcha Cookies warm or at room temperature!

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Cookie Sheet
  • Spatula
  • Oven thermometer

Notes

  • Ensure your matcha powder is of high quality for the best flavor and vibrant color.
  • For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free flour blend that measures 1:1.
  • Don't overbake! The cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
  • For extra chewiness, store the cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread.