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Matcha Cookie Calories
Sweet cookie made with green tea powder (matcha)
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Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Matcha Cookie (25 g) has 118 calories. That works out to 470 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.5 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 5.5 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
What is Matcha Cookie?
A Matcha Cookie is a sweet baked treat flavoured with matcha, finely ground Japanese green tea. It is commonly made with flour, sugar and butter, and is a modern, Japanese-inspired take on the familiar cookie rather than a traditional tea ceremony food.
The matcha brings a grassy, gently bitter note that balances the sweetness; depending on the recipe, the cookie may be crisp at the edges or soft throughout. It is often enjoyed with tea or coffee, whether from a bakery or at home. With 62 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, it is mainly an energy-dense sweet rather than a substantial source of protein. Pair one with unsweetened tea or coffee if you want to keep the snack less sweet.
Matcha Cookie Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
470
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
62g
· 23% DV
Protein
6g
· 12% DV
Fat
22g
· 28% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 5% · Fat 42%
Matcha Cookie Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
18µg · 15% DV
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
Vitamin E
1.2mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Iron
2mg · 11% DV
Sodium
210mg · 9% DV
Selenium
5µg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
55mg · 8% DV
How Nutritious Is Matcha Cookie?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Matcha Cookie Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Matcha Cookie
To burn the 470 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Is Matcha Cookie Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Matcha Cookie Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Matcha Cookie Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Matcha Cookie Fat Profile
SATURATED
10.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 35:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (35:1).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Matcha Cookie
What is a matcha cookie?
A matcha cookie is a sweet baked cookie flavoured with matcha, finely ground green tea leaves. It often has a green colour and a gently earthy, tea-like taste; recipes may pair matcha with white chocolate to balance its slight bitterness.
How do you make matcha cookies?
To make matcha cookies, cream butter and sugar, then mix in the egg, flour and sifted matcha until a dough forms. Shape the dough and bake according to your recipe; overbaking can dry the cookies and make the tea flavour taste bitter.
Does a matcha cookie contain caffeine?
Yes, a matcha cookie contains caffeine because matcha is powdered green tea leaf, which stays in the dough rather than being strained out. The amount varies with the recipe and cookie size, so keep that in mind if you are sensitive to caffeine.
Why do matcha cookies taste bitter?
Matcha cookies can taste bitter if the recipe uses too much matcha, the powder is stale, or the cookies are overbaked. Measure the matcha carefully, sift it into the dough, and take the cookies out when they are just set rather than deeply browned.
Why do matcha cookies turn brown instead of green?
Matcha cookies can lose their bright green colour as the matcha pigments react to heat during baking. Fresh matcha, careful storage away from light, and avoiding overbaking can help; a baked cookie may still look more muted than the raw dough.
Can you use culinary-grade matcha in matcha cookies?
Yes, culinary-grade matcha works well in matcha cookies and is made for recipes where the tea is mixed with other ingredients. Sift it before adding it to the dough to break up clumps and distribute its flavour evenly.
How do you stop matcha cookies from spreading too much?
To keep matcha cookies from spreading, start with cool dough and butter that is softened but not melted. Chill shaped dough before baking, leave space between cookies on the tray, and make sure the oven is fully preheated.
Can you freeze matcha cookie dough?
Yes, matcha cookie dough freezes well. Portion the dough into balls, freeze them in a sealed container, and bake from frozen or thaw them first, following your recipe’s baking instructions and checking for doneness as they bake.
How should you store matcha cookies?
Store matcha cookies only after they have cooled completely, in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. This helps keep them from going stale or absorbing moisture, while limiting exposure to light helps protect the matcha’s flavour and colour.
Can you make matcha cookies without white chocolate?
Yes, you can make matcha cookies without white chocolate; it is a common addition, not a requirement. The cookies will have a more direct, earthy matcha flavour, so keep the recipe’s sugar and other ingredients balanced rather than adding extra matcha to compensate.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.