Hojicha White Chocolate Cookies (Print Version)

Tender hojicha-infused cookies with creamy white chocolate chips deliver aromatic roasted tea flavor in every bite.

# What You'll 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 softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
04 - Beat in egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing just until incorporated.
06 - Gently fold white chocolate chips evenly throughout dough.
07 - Scoop tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing approximately 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are set and centers appear slightly soft.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack for complete cooling.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Infused with earthy, roasted hojicha tea for a unique aroma.
  • Quick and easy preparation taking only 15 minutes.
  • A perfect balance of sweet white chocolate and toasted tea flavors.
  • Naturally vegetarian and easy to customize.
02 -
  • Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for the best creaming results.
  • Do not overbake; the centers should still look slightly soft when they come out of the oven.
  • Space the cookies 5 cm apart to allow for even heat distribution and spreading.
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