Matcha Brownies are fudgy brownies flavored with matcha powder and packed full of white chocolate chips. They can be ready in just about 30 minutes and are a fun departure from your run of the mill brownies!
Matcha is definitely not for everyone and can be an acquired taste, but those who love it will be obsessed with these Matcha Brownies. The matcha taste is not overpowering, but it is distinguishable. The white chocolate chunks are the perfect flavor companion and really elevate these brownies. If you love these you will also love my Matcha Macarons!
If you're looking for more delicious brownie recipes check out these Ferrero Rocher Brownies, Cherry Brownies, or Caramel Stuffed Brownies.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Matcha is a unique flavor that pairs so well with white chocolate. Just like in my Matcha Cookies!
- These brownies have a fun and intriguing color.
- Matcha Brownies have a gooey center and a slightly crisp edge that make a delicious bite.
- These brownies can be ready in about 30 minutes. These Fudgy Brownies can be ready just as quickly!
Ingredients
Ingredient Notes
- I always make sure to use unsalted butter when baking because there is no “standard” for the amount of salt they can add to butter. So if you add salt to a recipe and then use salted butter you could end up with a very salty end product.
- Matcha Powder will flavor the brownies.
- If you’re wanting puddles of white chocolate chop up a chocolate bar instead of using chocolate chips. A fan of white chocolate? You'll love my White Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe!
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Substitutions and Variations
- You can add more or less matcha according to your taste, but I wouldn't add more than 4 tablespoons of matcha powder.
- You can use different types of chocolate to suit your taste. Like milk or dark chocolate.
- There are endless variations of brownies and you can find many of them in my brownie recipes!
- These brownies can be made dairy-free by substituting dairy-free butter or oil. I have a full dairy-free brownie recipe you can reference.
This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let us know how it turned out in the comments below!
Step-By-Step Instructions
STEP 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees (F). Spray an 8×8 pan with non-stick spray and then lay thick strips of parchment paper across the bottom of the pan in a cross shape.
STEP 2: In a medium bowl combine the melted butter and brown sugar. When fully combined add the eggs and vanilla. Beat until fully combined and light in color.
STEP 3: In a small bowl combine the flour, matcha powder, and salt. Whisk to combine and remove any lumps.
STEP 4: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined. Fold the chocolate into the mixture and pour into the prepared baking dish.
STEP 5: Bake the brownies for 25-30 minutes. Bake for 5 minutes longer if you want the brownies to be more firm. Remove the matcha brownies from oven and allow to cool.
Expert Baking Tips
- Add chunks of chocolate on top before baking. This will give you those incredible puddles of chocolate on top of the matcha brownies.
- Use an oven thermometer. Most ovens run either hot or cold. Using an oven thermometer ensures that you are baking your brownies at the perfect temperature.
- Weigh your ingredients. One of the most common baking mistakes that I see is measuring incorrectly, especially with flour. The best way to get accurate measurements every time is to weigh them with a kitchen scale.
- Don't over mix. You need to mix your batter until all of the ingredients are JUST combined, otherwise, you will make too much gluten and your brownies will be cakey instead of fudgy.
Recipe FAQs
A higher ratio of fat (the butter and chocolate). A cakier brownie has a higher ratio of flour and might use baking powder to give it a fluffier texture.
You either added too much flour (this is why I recommend weighing your ingredients), over baked the brownies, or mixed them too much. It's important to only mix enough to incorporate the ingredients, otherwise too much gluten is created and it can make the brownies tough.
Absolutely. You can add more matcha if you'd like a stronger flavor or add less if you want it to be fainter. I wouldn't add anymore than four tablespoons of matcha or the brownie batter will start to get dry.
You can find matcha powder at most grocery stores, but you can also buy it on Amazon.
Room Temperature: The brownies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days.
Refrigerator: If stored correctly in an airtight container the Matcha Brownies will last up to 1 week in the fridge.
Freezer: If stored correctly in an airtight container they will last up to 2 months in the freezer.
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Recipe
Matcha Brownies
Ingredients
For Matcha Brownies:
- 12 tablespoons (170 grams) unsalted butter melted
- 1 ¼ cup (266 grams) brown sugar packed
- 2 large (100 grams) eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cup (180 grams) all purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon matcha powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (170 grams) white chocolate chopped
Instructions
For Matcha Brownies:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees (F). Spray an 8×8 pan with non-stick spray and then lay thick strips of parchment paper across the bottom of the pan in a cross shape. This will make it easier to lift the brownies out of the pan once cooled.
- In a medium bowl mix with a hand mixer combine the melted butter and brown sugar. When fully combined add the eggs and vanilla. Beat until fully combined and light in color.
- In a small bowl combine the flour, matcha powder, and salt. Whisk to combine and remove any lumps.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Overmixing will create tough brownies.
- Fold the chocolate into the mixture and pour into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake the brownies for 25-30 minutes, longer if you would like a firmer brownie.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool.
Notes
- Add chunks of chocolate on top before baking. This will give you those incredible puddles of chocolate on top of the matcha brownies.
- Don't over mix. You need to mix your batter until all of the ingredients are JUST combined, otherwise, you will make too much gluten and your brownies will be cakey instead of fudgy.
- The provided nutrition information is an estimate. The calorie accuracy is not guaranteed.
Anonymous says
Perfection on its simplicity ❤️
Ellie Haley says
Couldn't agree more ☺️
Intan says
Easiest recipe with amazing results!! Thank you so much for saving my family weekend gathering ❤️❤️❤️
Ellie Haley says
So so glad you loved them!