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A round, slightly thick matcha cookie with a muted green surface, fine cracks, and lightly browned edges rests on a plain plate.

Matcha cookie Calories

Sweet baked cookie made with matcha green tea powder

CALORIES · 100 G

490kcal

GI

62medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

118mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.9g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Matcha cookie (18 g) has 88 calories. That works out to 490 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.6 g of carbs, 1.1 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Matcha cookie Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 18 g

88

KCAL / 18G

Carbs

11.6g

· 4% DV

Protein

1.1g

· 2% DV

Fat

4.3g

· 6% DV

Fiber

0.3g

· 1% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 5% · Fat 43%

Matcha cookie nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (18 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories88 kcal
Total fat4.3 g6%
Saturated fat1.87 g9%
Trans fat0.04 g
Sodium58 mg3%
Total carbohydrate11.6 g4%
Fiber0.3 g1%
Protein1.1 g2%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Matcha cookie?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)18 g88 kcal
1 piece (mini)10 g49 kcal
1 piece (large)28 g137 kcal
1 serving (small)30 g147 kcal
2 piece (double)36 g176 kcal
3 piece (triple)54 g265 kcal
1 serving (medium)60 g294 kcal
1 serving (large)90 g441 kcal
100 g100 g490 kcal
1 pack (small)120 g588 kcal

Calculated from 490 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Matcha cookie

How do you make matcha cookies?

Matcha cookies are made by mixing matcha powder into cookie dough, usually with butter, sugar, flour, and eggs, then baking. Whisk the matcha with the dry ingredients first so it spreads evenly and does not leave green clumps.

What do matcha cookies taste like?

Matcha cookies taste mildly grassy, earthy, and tea-like, with sweetness and butter softening the matcha’s slight bitterness. The flavor can be stronger or more astringent when the recipe uses more matcha or a particularly robust powder.

Do matcha cookies contain caffeine?

Yes, matcha cookies contain caffeine because matcha is made from powdered tea leaves. The amount varies with how much matcha the recipe uses, and baking does not remove all of the caffeine.

Can you use regular green tea instead of matcha in matcha cookies?

No, brewed green tea is not a direct substitute for matcha powder in matcha cookies. It adds liquid without providing the same concentrated color or flavor; use finely powdered matcha for the characteristic result.

Why do matcha cookies turn brown when baked?

Matcha cookies can turn brown because the green pigments in matcha fade with prolonged or intense heat. Avoid overbaking them, and take them out when the edges are set; the centers may still look soft.

How should you store matcha cookies?

Store matcha cookies in an airtight container once they have cooled, in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Moisture softens them, while light and heat can dull matcha’s color and aroma.

Can you freeze matcha cookie dough?

Yes, matcha cookie dough can be frozen. Shape it into portions before freezing in a sealed container, then bake according to your recipe; baking the portions from frozen may require extra time.

Should you use culinary or ceremonial matcha for matcha cookies?

Culinary-grade matcha is a practical choice for matcha cookies because it is intended for mixing into recipes. Ceremonial matcha can also be used, but its higher price is not necessary for baking.

Why do matcha cookies spread too much?

Matcha cookies may spread too much if the dough is warm, the butter is overly soft, or the dough has too little flour. Chilling the dough before baking helps it hold its shape and keeps the cookies thicker.

Can you add white chocolate to matcha cookies?

Yes, white chocolate pairs well with matcha cookies. Its creamy sweetness balances matcha’s earthy, slightly bitter flavor; fold chopped white chocolate or chips into the dough without overmixing.

Matcha cookie Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin K

3.24µg · 3% DV

Biotin

0.58µg · 2% DV

Vitamin E

0.25mg · 2% DV

B2

0.02mg · 2% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.08mg · 3% DV

Selenium

1.62µg · 3% DV

Sodium

58mg · 3% DV

Phosphorus

15mg · 2% DV

Potassium ⭐

21mg · 1% DV

Matcha cookie Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

62
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

7.4
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Matcha cookie

To burn the 88 calories in 1 piece (medium) (18 g):

🚶

22min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

9min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

12min

Cycling

🏊

10min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Matcha cookie?

A matcha cookie is a baked sweet made by mixing finely milled Japanese green tea powder into cookie dough, commonly with flour, sugar and butter. It is a modern take on a familiar baked treat rather than a traditional Japanese tea sweet, though matcha gives it a distinctive green colour and tea-inspired flavour.

Expect sweetness balanced by matcha’s gently grassy, sometimes faintly bitter notes; the texture may be crisp or soft depending on the recipe. Matcha cookies are popular in cafés and bakeries, often served with tea or coffee, and make an easy snack at home. They are an energy-dense treat, with 490 kcal per 100 g. For a lighter break, have one small cookie with unsweetened tea, or pair it with fresh fruit.

How Nutritious Is Matcha cookie?

Nutrient density

Low

22/ 100

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

19/ 100

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.

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:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Matcha cookie Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ 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

1.87g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.28g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.54g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 50:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (50:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.