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Matcha Mochi Chocolate Chip Cookies

Matcha Mochi Chocolate Chip Cookies for a Chewy Delight

Enjoy Matcha Mochi Chocolate Chip Cookies, a unique blend of chewy mochi and chocolate chips for a delightful treat.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Mochi
  • 1 cup Glutinous Rice Flour labeled 'sweet rice flour'
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar reduce if chocolate chips are sweetened
  • ¾ cup Milk substitute with non-dairy milk for lactose-free
For the Cookie Batter
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter can substitute with coconut oil
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar light brown can be used
  • 1 large Egg or a flax egg for vegan
  • 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour can use gluten-free flour
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Matcha Powder adjust according to taste preference
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips optional, can substitute with white chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Microwave
  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Hand mixer
  • Whisk

Method
 

Mochi Preparation
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together glutinous rice flour, granulated sugar, and milk until smooth. Cover and heat on high for 2 minutes, stir, and let it cool for 10 minutes.
Shape Mochi
  1. Grease your hands and divide the mochi into 12 portions, rolling each into a ball and placing them on a parchment-lined tray.
Cookie Batter Preparation
  1. Cream together unsalted butter with granulated and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg until smooth.
Combine Dry Ingredients
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, matcha powder, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture and mix gently until combined.
Assemble Cookies
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Take a portion of dough, flatten it, place a mochi ball in the center, and wrap it around, rolling it into a ball. Place on a lined baking sheet.
Bake Cookies
  1. Bake for 11-12 minutes until edges are set and slightly golden. Let cool on baking sheet for 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best texture, enjoy cookies fresh. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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