Matcha Cookies with Mascarpone Frosting

Name: Matcha Cookies with Mascarpone Frosting
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 24 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2.5 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons matcha powder; 8 ounces mascarpone cheese; 0.5 cup powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons honey; 0.5 cup heavy whipping cream; 0 additional matcha powder for sprinkling

Delicious and addictive matcha cookies topped with creamy mascarpone frosting, perfect to pair with a matcha latte.

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 24

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter 2 sticks
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2.5 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons matcha powder
8 ounces mascarpone cheese
0.5 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons honey
0.5 cup heavy whipping cream
0 additional matcha powder for sprinkling

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add 2 large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour and 2 tablespoons matcha powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the mascarpone frosting, beat together 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 tablespoons honey, and 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream until smooth and fluffy.
Frost the cooled cookies with the mascarpone frosting and sprinkle lightly with additional matcha powder if desired. Serve with a matcha latte for an extra matcha experience.