Description
Matcha Brownies are rich, fudgy dessert bars infused with earthy matcha powder and creamy white chocolate for a luxurious twist on a classic brownie. The bold matcha flavor pairs perfectly with sweet white chocolate, creating a soft, indulgent treat that’s both elegant and comforting. Perfect for tea lovers, celebrations, or cozy nights in, these brownies are easy to make, customizable for various diets, and guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Brownie Base:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 6 oz white chocolate, chopped
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled)
- 2 tablespoons culinary-grade matcha powder
- ¼ teaspoon fine salt
Optional Add-Ins:
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
Dietary Substitutions:
- Use plant-based butter and dairy-free white chocolate for dairy-free
- Use certified gluten-free flour for gluten-free
- Substitute flax eggs for eggs to make vegan
Instructions
- Preheat oven: to 350°F (177°C). Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy lifting.
- Melt butter and chocolate: In a heat-safe bowl, melt butter and chopped white chocolate together (microwave in short bursts or use a double boiler). Stir until smooth and let cool for 2–3 minutes.
- Add sugar and eggs: Whisk sugar into the melted mixture until combined. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, matcha powder, and salt to remove lumps.
- Combine: Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined, do not overmix. If using, fold in white chocolate chips.
- Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until edges are set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and serve: Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Lift out using parchment overhang, slice into 16 squares, and serve.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality culinary-grade matcha for vibrant color and authentic flavor.
- Avoid overmixing the batter for the best fudgy texture.
- Chill before slicing for clean edges.
- Add-ins like chopped nuts, cranberries, or dark chocolate drizzle give variety.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days, or refrigerate for 5 days.
- For longer storage, freeze up to 2 months and thaw before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Bars
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Japanese-American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: ~220 kcal
- Sugar: ~20 g
- Sodium: ~90 mg
- Fat: ~11 g
- Saturated Fat: ~6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~27 g
- Fiber: ~1 g
- Protein: ~3 g
- Cholesterol: ~40 mg