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30-Minute Strawberry Matcha Neapolitan Cookies

Soft, chewy tri-color cookies combining strawberry, vanilla, and matcha flavors in a quick and visually stunning dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup brown sugar
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Flavor Add-ins
  • 2 tbsp freeze-dried strawberry powder
  • 1.5 tsp matcha powder culinary grade
  • 2 tbsp milk divided

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla.
  4. Mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Divide dough into three bowls. Leave one plain, mix strawberry powder and milk into second, matcha and milk into third.
  6. Form tri-color dough portions and gently shape into cookies.
  7. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are set. Cool on wire rack.

Notes

Do not overbake to maintain soft centers and vibrant colors.