matcha shortbread coins

matcha is one of my favorite flavors, and i’ve been meaning to make this again to share with you guys for a long while. as i went to check if i had any matcha powder left, i realized the one in my pantry expired two weeks ago (🙈) and now here we are! i used the rest that i had in this recipe, and i ain’t even mad because i forgot how good these coins taste. expired matcha who?!

*** these require some time to cool and rest in the fridge, so don’t forget to set aside some time to do that (~30-40 mins) because they are essential with the shape and texture of these coins!

ingredients:

1 cup flour
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 stick or half cup unsalted butter (room temp)
1 tsp vanilla
1 tbsp milk
1/4 tsp salt
2 tbsp matcha powder

instructions:

1. in a medium sized bowl, sift: flour, salt, and matcha powder.
2. in a large bowl, cream butter, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
3. sift dry ingredients into the wet, 1/3 at the time, and combine thoroughly (you may need to go in and use your hands to fully incorporate the last 1/3 of dry ingredients into a cohesive dough.
4. place on floured surface and roll into approximately an 9-10” log roll. place on a silpat or any flat surface and place in the fridge. if the roll isn’t smooth enough, take it out after ~20 minutes in the fridge and re-roll. otherwise, keep it in the fridge for 30-40 minutes until semi-firm. (to be honest, i don’t mind it when my log roll isn’t completely smooth —i find it gives the cookies a more homemade and handmade touch!) 
   
5. cut out coins of approximately 1/4” thickness.
6. bake for 8-9 minutes at 350F. 
   
7. cool and enjoy!! 

*** optional: dip or drizzle them in white chocolate to give them an extra kick of flavor! i personally prefer them plain because i don’t mind the slightly bitter matcha, but it’s nice to indulge with a little extra as well. 

 

stay safe everybody!! hope this will make staying indoors a bit more enjoyable 💛