Strawberry Matcha Marble Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base Dough
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227 g unsalted butter, softened
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200 g granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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345 g all-purpose flour
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0.5 teaspoon baking powder
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0.5 teaspoon baking soda
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0.25 teaspoon salt
→ Color and Flavoring
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1 tablespoon matcha powder
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1 tablespoon freeze-dried strawberry powder or 0.5 teaspoon strawberry extract plus a drop of pink food coloring gel
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2–3 teaspoons all-purpose flour, if needed for dough consistency
# Instructions:
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Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl using a hand mixer for 2 to 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
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Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each, then stir in vanilla extract until fully combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Gradually incorporate the dry mixture into the butter mixture in two additions, mixing until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
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Equally divide the dough into three bowls, approximately 280 to 300 grams per portion.
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To one bowl, add strawberry powder or strawberry extract with pink gel; mix until evenly colored. If dough is sticky, add 1 teaspoon additional flour as needed.
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To a second bowl, sift in the matcha powder and blend until dough is uniformly green. Add extra flour if needed for a soft, moldable texture.
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Keep the third bowl plain for the vanilla-flavored portion.
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Take equal teaspoons of green, pink, and white dough; press side by side into a triangle, stack a second layer, roll into a ball, twist once or twice for a swirl, then flatten and place onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Roll each dough color into ropes about 8 cm long, lay side by side, twist together, then coil like a roll and flatten slightly to shape.
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Arrange cookies spaced apart on prepared tray. Bake 9–11 minutes until just golden at the edges. Cool 5 minutes on tray, then transfer to a wire rack until fully cooled.
# Notes:
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For vibrant coloring, use high-quality matcha and freeze-dried strawberry powder for best flavor.