Description
Matcha White Chocolate Blondies are chewy, fudgy bars with the earthy flavor of matcha balanced by sweet white chocolate. This recipe is simple enough for any beginner baker.
Ingredients
- 150 g unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
- 200 g granulated or caster sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 150 g all-purpose flour
- 1–2 tbsp culinary-grade matcha powder, sifted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp fine salt
- 150 g white chocolate, chopped or chips
- Optional finish: Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
- Optional finish: Extra melted white chocolate to drizzle
Instructions
- Heat oven to 175°C/350°F. Line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) square pan with parchment, leaving overhang for easy lifting.
- In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, vanilla, and eggs until shiny and slightly thick, 30–45 seconds.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, sifted matcha, baking powder, and salt to break up clumps.
- Fold dry ingredients into wet until just combined with no dry pockets. Fold in 2/3 of the white chocolate.
- Spread batter in the pan, top with remaining white chocolate. Bake 22–28 minutes until edges are set and a skewer comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt while warm. Cool completely in the pan, then lift out and slice into squares. Drizzle with melted white chocolate if desired.
Notes
- Sift matcha to avoid bitter clumps and keep the crumb vibrant green.
- For gooier centers, aim for a toothpick with moist crumbs rather than clean; they will set as they cool.
- If using a 9×13 inch pan, start checking at 18–20 minutes; thinner bars bake faster.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American Fusion