Go Back

Marbled Matcha and Strawberry Jam Cookies

These cookies feature a colorful marbled pattern created by swirling matcha dough with strawberry jam-infused dough, resulting in a visually striking treat. The dough is soft and pliable, baked until lightly golden, with a tender, slightly chewy texture and artistic swirl appearance.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon matcha powder sifted
  • 1/2 cup strawberry jam
  • 1 cup toothpaste-like dough for swirling

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rolling pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Knife or dough scraper

Method
 

  1. Cream together softened butter and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, with a pale appearance and a gentle whirling sound.
  2. Whisk in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, the mixture should be smooth and slightly glossy.
  3. Gradually add the flour and sifted matcha powder, mixing gently until a cohesive dough forms—this should feel soft and pliable.
  4. Divide the dough into two portions—one plain and one mixed with the strawberry jam, creating streaks of pink in the dough.
  5. Roll out both dough portions on a lightly floured surface into rectangles about 1/4 inch thick.
  6. Lay the pink strawberry jam dough on top of the plain matcha dough layer, gently pressing to adhere.
  7. Roll both layers tightly from one end to form a log, making sure the layers stay aligned and the swirl pattern is neat.
  8. Wrap the logs in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to relax the dough and set the swirl pattern.
  9. Once chilled, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  10. Unwrap the dough logs and slice into 1/4-inch thick rounds, revealing the beautiful marbled pattern.
  11. Arrange the cookie slices on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space for spreading, and bake until edges are lightly golden, about 12–15 minutes.
  12. Let the cookies cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving—enjoy the colorful, tender treats that showcase a lovely swirling pattern.

Notes

Chilling the dough helps maintain the swirl pattern during baking. Feel free to experiment with different jam flavors or add a sprinkle of coarse sugar before baking for extra texture.