Hojicha White Chocolate Cookies (Printable)

Tender cookies infused with roasted hojicha tea and creamy white chocolate chips for a subtly sweet, aromatic Japanese fusion treat.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons hojicha powder (roasted green tea)
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 2/3 cup granulated sugar
07 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
08 - 1 large egg
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

10 - 3/4 cup white chocolate chips

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, hojicha powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
04 - Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until incorporated.
06 - Fold in the white chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
07 - Scoop tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are set and the centers appear slightly soft.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The unique roasted flavor of hojicha tea perfectly balances the sweet white chocolate.
  • Tender and soft texture that makes every bite satisfying.
  • Quick and easy preparation in under 30 minutes.
  • A beautiful vegetarian-friendly Japanese-inspired dessert.
02 -
  • For extra hojicha flavor, sprinkle a pinch of hojicha powder on top before baking.
  • Substitute dark or milk chocolate chips for a different twist.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
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