Matcha Coconut Blondies

A fun twist on the classic blondie, these chewy matcha coconut blondies are earthy and sweet and so satisfying! These aesthetic brownies have a bright green hue that is sure to wow and add a fun pop of color to any dessert table.

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Why you’ll love matcha coconut blondies

A fun twist on the classic blondie, these chewy matcha coconut blondies are earthy and sweet and so satisfying! These aesthetic blondies have a bright green hue that is sure to wow and add a fun pop of color to any dessert table. They are so unique, when placed on a dessert table or offered as a gift, they often prompt questions of “what flavor are these?” because their gorgeous green hue is so intriguing and mysterious.

They are chewy, gewy and bursting with matcha and white chocolate flavors. What more do you want?!

Recipe Tips for the best matcha coconut blondies

Do not over bake them. The key to a soft and chewy bar is to pull them out of the oven as soon as they puff up in the center and turn light golden brown around the edges. This is not a secret, but it makes a HUGE difference in the texture of your bar, and I think it also makes them last a little longer too!

Recipe Variations

Love brown sugar blondies? Instead of adding one cup of granulated sugar, you can reduce the amount to 1/2 cup granulated sugar and add in 1/2 cup packed brown sugar to make these a little bit richer.

FAQ

• What are blondies?

  Blondies are a fudgy and chewy dessert bar that resemble brownies except they are not chocolate flavored. They are typically flavored with vanilla and brown sugar which gives them a caramel like flavor, however many different flavors and add ins can make blondies unique and exciting!

• How are blondies different from brownies?

  Blondies are very similar to brownies except there is no cocoa powder added to blondies, where that is the main flavor ingredient in brownies.

• Can you add chocolate chips to blondies?

  Absolutely! In fact, you can make this recipe even simpler by adding white chocolate chips to the batter as the very last step instead of adding white chocolate drizzle. Or choose your favorite flavor of chocolate chips!

• Can you use white sugar instead of brown sugar in blondies?

  Absolutely! Brown sugar is commonly used in blondies and is what gives blondies their signature caramel flavor, however white sugar works well with flavors like birthday cake or matcha, for example, and it tastes just as good!

• How do you know when blondies are done baking?

  When blondies turn light golden brown around the edges and puff up in the center, they are done. Insert a toothpick or knife into the center and when it comes out clean, they are done.

Helpful Kitchen Tools

• Spatula

• Stand mixer or hand mixer

• parchment paper

• 8 x 8 inch baking dish

Ingredients

Dough

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• ½ cup butter, melted and cooled slightly

• 2 egg

• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

• 1 tablespoon matcha powder

• 1 1/4 cup all purpose flour

• 1  cup shredded coconut

Topping (Optional)

• ½ cup white chocolate melting chips

How to make matcha coconut blondies

Make the dough

In a medium bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt and set aside.

Add the butter, granulated sugar to the bowl of an electric mixer and mix together until well combined.

Add eggs and vanilla and mix together until well combined, scraping the sides of the bowl.

Add the coconut and mix well.

Add the matcha and mix well, scraping down the sides of the bowl.

Add the flour and mix until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl.

Bake

Pour the mixture into the parchment lined pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges become golden brown and the middle puffs up slightly.

Let cool and set in the pan for about 1 hour, and let the bars cool completely before adding the topping.

Make the topping (optional

Add the white chocolate melting chips to a microwave safe bowl and heat them for 30 seconds. Stir and if they are not completely melted, put them in the microwave for another 15 seconds. Repeat until they are melted but be careful not to overheat. 

Add the melted chocolate to a sandwich bag and trim the tip of one corner off to create a piping bag. Squeeze the chocolate through the hole to drizzle it over the blondies.

Let the chocolate harden completely before cutting and storing the blondies, at least 1 hour.

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How to Store

Store matcha coconut blondies at room temperature in an air tight container for up to two days, or store in the refrigerator for up to five days. If stored in the refrigerator, let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes, or pop in the microwave for five to ten seconds to warm to room temperature.

You can also freeze matcha coconut blondies easily. Just place (fully baked and cooled) in an air tight freezer container and store in the freezer for up to three months. Remove from the freezer and place in the refrigerator 24 hours prior to serving.

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Servings: 16

Author: Jessie Cagliero

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Matcha Coconut Blondies

A fun twist on the classic blondie, these chewy matcha coconut blondies are earthy and sweet and so satisfying! These aesthetic brownies have a bright green hue that is sure to wow and add a fun pop of color to any dessert table.

Prep time: 30 minutesCook time: 1 minutesTotal time: 31 minutes

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Ingredients

Dough

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• ½ cup butter, melted and cooled slightly
• 2 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon matcha powder
• 1 1/4 cup all purpose flour
• 1 cup shredded coconut

Topping (optional)

• ½ cup white chocolate melting chips

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt and set aside.
2. Add the butter, granulated sugar to the bowl of an electric mixer and mix together until well combined.
3. Add eggs and vanilla and mix together until well combined, scraping the sides of the bowl.
4. Add the coconut and mix well.
5. Add the matcha and mix well, scraping down the sides of the bowl.
6. Add the flour and mix until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl.
7. Pour the mixture into the parchment lined pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges become golden brown and the middle puffs up slightly.
8. Let cool and set in the pan for about 1 hour, and let the bars cool completely before adding the topping.
9. Optional - Add the white chocolate melting chips to a microwave safe bowl and heat them for 30 seconds. Stir and if they are not completely melted, put them in the microwave for another 15 seconds. Repeat until they are melted but be careful not to overheat.
10. Add the melted chocolate to a sandwich bag and trim the tip of one corner off to create a piping bag. Squeeze the chocolate through the hole to drizzle it over the blondies.
11. Let the chocolate harden completely before cutting and storing the blondies, at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

163

Fat

8 g

Sat. Fat

5 g

Carbs

21 g

Fiber

1 g

Net carbs

20 g

Sugar

13 g

Protein

2 g

Sodium

154 mg

Cholesterol

36 mg

*Nutrition is auto-calculated by recipes generator.

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