Hojicha Brownie Cookies (Printable)

Soft chewy cookies with roasted hojicha and white chocolate, ready in 30 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 2.5 teaspoons hojicha powder (roasted green tea powder)
04 - 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
05 - 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
07 - 0.75 cup light brown sugar
08 - 0.25 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1 large egg at room temperature
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Mix-ins

11 - 3.5 ounces white chocolate, chopped or chips

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, hojicha powder, baking powder, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - In a large bowl, combine melted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar, stirring until well combined.
04 - Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
05 - Gradually stir the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
06 - Fold in the white chocolate pieces gently until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
07 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them approximately 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers appear slightly underbaked.
09 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The distinct nutty and smoky aroma of hojicha powder creates a complex flavor profile.
  • A perfect balance of textures with crispy edges and a soft, chewy center.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes with a simple Japanese fusion approach.
02 -
  • Ensure the egg is at room temperature to help the dough emulsify properly.
  • Allow the melted butter to cool slightly before mixing with the sugars to prevent the egg from scrambling.
  • Take the cookies out while the centers still look underbaked; they will firm up perfectly as they cool.
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