Indulge in the charm of these adorable matcha panda cookies, a delightful treat that combines earthy matcha with buttery sweetness. Here’s a simple, step-by-step guide to creating these cute bites at home.
Ingredients:
For the panda dough: 1 cup unsalted butter, ½ cup powdered sugar, 1 egg yolk, 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tbsp matcha powder.
For the white dough: 1 cup unsalted butter, ½ cup powdered sugar, 1 egg yolk, 2 cups all-purpose flour.
Steps:
1. Prepare the doughs: In two separate bowls, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Divide the white dough in half; add matcha to one portion, mixing until uniform. Chill both doughs for 1 hour.
2. Shape the pandas: Roll the matcha dough into 1-inch balls (bodies) and smaller balls (ears/eyes). Use white dough for round heads and eye patches. Assemble: place a white head on a matcha body, add matcha ears, and white eye patches with tiny matcha pupils.
3. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange pandas on a baking sheet, bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely.
Tip: For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to both doughs. These cookies are perfect for tea time or as a unique gift! Enjoy the playful process and delicious results.
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