Easy Matcha Brownies Recipe

Stack of rich and fudgy Matcha Brownies Recipe, featuring a vibrant green hue from high-quality matcha powder and gooey melted chocolate chunks. The brownies have a soft, moist texture with slightly crisp edges, making them the perfect blend of earthy matcha flavor and deep chocolate richness. Placed on parchment paper, these matcha brownies create an irresistible and indulgent dessert scene.

Rich, fudgy Matcha Brownies Recipe with vibrant green tea swirls throughout a decadent chocolate base. The perfect balance of earthy matcha and sweet chocolate flavors.

No ratings yet

Print Pin

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Japanese-inspired

Keyword: fudgy matcha brownies, green tea brownies, japanese dessert, matcha brownie recipe, matcha chocolate

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 50

Servings: brownies

Calories: 195kcal

Cost: $9

Equipment

8x8-inch baking pan (Metal preferred; glass requires lower temperature)
Parchment paper (Leave overhang for easy removal)
Mixing bowls (2) (One for each batter type)
Microwave-safe bowl (For melting chocolate and butter)
Rubber spatula (For folding and scraping bowls clean)
Whisk (For smooth, lump-free batters)

Ingredients

Unsalted butter - Room temp / melted
Semi-sweet chocolate - Chopped
Granulated sugar - White sugar
Eggs - Room temp
Vanilla extract - Pure
All-purpose flour - Spoon & level
Unsweetened cocoa powder - Natural cocoa
Matcha powder - Culinary-grade
Salt - Fine

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Position your rack in the middle of the oven.
Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides. Lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
Melt the butter and chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until completely smooth.
Add sugar to the chocolate mixture and whisk until well combined. Allow to cool slightly (about 5 minutes).
Whisk in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and mix until smooth and glossy.
Sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar for the matcha swirl and whisk until well mixed.
Add the egg and whisk until the mixture is smooth and slightly lighter in color.
Sift the matcha powder into the mixture to avoid clumps.
Add the flour and salt and gently fold until just combined.
Pour about ⅔ of the chocolate brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
Dollop the matcha mixture on top of the brownie layer, distributing it evenly.
Top with the remaining brownie batter, adding it in dollops between the matcha layer.
Create swirls by running a knife or skewer through the batters in a figure-eight pattern.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, lift the brownies out using the parchment paper and place on a cutting board.
Cut into 16 squares.

Notes

Use high-quality, vibrant green matcha powder for best results
For cleaner cuts, chill the brownies for 30 minutes before slicing
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days

Nutrition