Matcha White Chocolate Brownies Recipe
Matcha Brownies are a delightful twist on classic brownies, combining the rich flavors of white chocolate and aromatic matcha powder for a unique, vibrant treat. These brownies feature a perfectly balanced mix of sweet granulated and brown sugars, enhanced by bourbon vanilla extract and a touch of kosher salt, baked to a fudgy, airy texture ideal for any dessert craving.
- Author: Rami
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Chocolate & Butter Mixture
- 1 1/4 sticks unsalted butter (1/2 cup + 2 tbsp)
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp matcha powder
Brownie Batter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 tsp bourbon vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Preheat the Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan with non-stick spray, then line it with parchment paper for easy removal of the brownies.
- Melt Butter and Combine with Matcha & White Chocolate: Melt the butter either in the microwave in 1-minute increments (total 1-2 minutes) or on the stovetop. In a medium bowl, mix white chocolate chips and matcha powder, then pour the melted butter over the mixture. Stir until all chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth with no lumps.
- Cream Sugars and Eggs: In a large mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar and brown sugar. Using an electric mixer, add the eggs and beat vigorously for 3-5 minutes until the mixture is thick, airy, and resembles thick pancake batter.
- Combine Matcha Ganache With Egg Mixture: Pour the matcha-white chocolate mixture into the egg and sugar batter. Mix until fully combined, then add bourbon vanilla extract and stir to incorporate.
- Fold in Dry Ingredients: Sift together the flour and kosher salt. Gently fold these dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula, being careful not to overmix to keep the batter light and airy.
- Bake the Brownies – First Stage: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes. After removal from the oven, tap the pan on the counter 2-3 times to help release air pockets in the brownies.
- Continue Baking – Second Stage: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Cool and Set: When done, remove the brownies from the oven and drop the pan on the counter 2 more times. Let the brownies rest at room temperature for 1 hour to fully set and cool.
- Slice and Serve: Lift the brownies out using the parchment paper, slice with a sharp knife (cleaning the blade between cuts for clean slices), and enjoy your delicious matcha brownies!
Notes
- For fluffy texture, cream eggs and sugars for 3-5 minutes until thick and airy.
- Fold in flour gently to avoid deflating the batter.
- Tapping the pan on the counter after 20 minutes and when baking finishes helps achieve a fudge-like texture.
- Ensure brownies reach room temperature before slicing, or chill for 30 minutes for easier cutting.
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