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Strawberry Matcha Neapolitan Cookies

Strawberry Matcha Neapolitan Cookies: A Tri-Color Sweet Treat

Delightful Strawberry Matcha Neapolitan Cookies blend sweet, tart, and earthy flavors in a vibrant tri-color presentation.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure it's fresh
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensure it's fresh
  • a pinch salt enhances flavor
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar reduce if rolling in sugar
  • 1 egg room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds flavor
For the Flavorful Twists
  • ¼ cup freeze-dried strawberries can replace with fresh if prepared correctly
  • 2 tablespoons matcha powder adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Stand Mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Strawberry Matcha Neapolitan Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together ¾ cup of room temperature unsalted butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add one room temperature egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mixture and mix until just combined.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just incorporated.
  6. Divide the dough into three equal portions.
  7. Process ¼ cup of freeze-dried strawberries into a fine powder and mix it into one portion of the dough.
  8. Add 2 tablespoons of matcha powder to another portion of the dough and fold until the color is uniform.
  9. Take a tablespoon of each dough portion and combine them to form a single dough ball, weighing approximately 50g.
  10. Roll each cookie dough ball in granulated sugar.
  11. Place the cookie balls on the baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
  12. Allow cookies to cool for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Experiment with flavors for personal touch.

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