Hojicha Brownie Cookies (Print)

Soft chewy cookies with nutty roasted hojicha and creamy white chocolate.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 4.2 oz all-purpose flour
02 - 0.7 oz unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 0.4 oz hojicha powder (roasted green tea powder)
04 - 0.5 tsp baking powder
05 - 0.5 tsp fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 8.1 oz unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
07 - 4.2 oz light brown sugar
08 - 1.8 oz granulated sugar
09 - 1 large egg at room temperature
10 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Mix-ins

11 - 3.5 oz white chocolate, chopped or chips

# Directions:

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.
03 - In a large bowl, mix melted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until well combined.
04 - Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
05 - Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
06 - Fold in the white chocolate pieces gently until evenly distributed.
07 - Scoop tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing approximately 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are set and centers appear slightly underbaked.
09 - Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Combines the earthy, roasted notes of Japanese hojicha with sweet chocolate.
  • Creates a perfect chewy texture with a soft, brownie-like center.
  • Quick and easy preparation in under 30 minutes.
02 -
  • Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even baking.
  • Allow the melted butter to cool slightly before mixing with sugar.
  • Cooling on the wire rack for the full duration is essential for the final set.
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