Matcha Sugar Cookies: A Green Twist on Classic Holiday Baking

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This delightful variation brings a touch of elegance and flavor complexity, perfect for those looking to try something different during the festive season.

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Ingredients and PreparationTo make matcha sugar cookies, you'll need basic ingredients like flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and vanilla, but with the addition of matcha powder,

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which imparts the cookies with a subtle green color and slightly bitter taste that pairs wonderfully with the sweetness of sugar.

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Mix in the dry ingredients, including the matcha powder, until everything comes together into a soft dough.

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Baking and DecoratingOnce your dough is chilled, roll it out and cut it into festive shapes—stars, trees, or simple rounds.

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To finish, consider dusting the cookies with a little extra matcha powder or drizzling them with a simple glaze for an added touch of sweetness and a pop of color.

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Why Try Matcha Sugar Cookies?These cookies not only look beautiful with their striking green hue but also offer a unique flavor that’s different from traditional sugar cookies.

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