Description
These Homemade Japanese Matcha Brownies are rich, fudgy, and vibrantly green. The earthy matcha pairs perfectly with sweet white chocolate for a dessert that is simple yet sophisticated. Easy to bake and beautifully presented, these brownies make an ideal treat for afternoon tea, dessert, or a thoughtful homemade gift.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup unsalted butter (115g)
- ½ cup white chocolate, chopped
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (150g)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour (30g)
- 2 tbsp Japanese matcha powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch pan.
- Melt butter and white chocolate together until smooth.
- Cool slightly, then whisk in sugar.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Sift flour, matcha, and salt; fold gently into batter.
- Fold in white chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour batter into pan and smooth top.
- Bake 20–25 minutes until set but soft in center.
- Cool completely, then slice into squares.
Notes
Use ceremonial grade matcha for best color and flavor. Sift matcha to avoid clumps. Refrigerate for firmer brownies or freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg