Simple Sesame-Scented Matcha Shortbread Recipe

Name: Simple Sesame-Scented Matcha Shortbread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 70 grams Cake flour; 20 grams Almond flour; 1 half 1 pinch Salt; 1 tsp Matcha (sugar-free); 2 tsp Black sesame seeds; 2 tsp White sesame seeds; 50 grams Unsalted butter (or cultured unsalted butter); 25 grams Powdered sugar; 1 tsp Heavy cream; 1 Crystal sugar

Servings: persons

1
Mix together the ingredients and sift twice.
2
Take a separate bowl, and put in the butter and sugar.
3
Cream with an electric whisk (I quadrupled the recipe in the photo).
4
Pour the heavy cream into Step 2 and combine well.
5
Then add the sifted dry ingredients from Step 1, and the black and white sesame seeds.
6
Mix well with a cutting motion to form a dough.
7
Wrap in cellophane.
8
Roll into a 3-4 diameter cylinder that's 18-20 cm long.
9
Chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours.
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Alternatively, you can freeze the dough for future use at this stage (will last for up to 2 weeks).
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Once cooled, roll the dough in granulated sugar to coat and restore its cylindrical shape.
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Cut into 1 - 1.5cm thick slices.
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Bake in an oven preheated to 170C (160C for gas ovens) for 1315 minutes.
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Adjust the baking time and temperature to your oven.
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Fresh from the oven Leave them to cool down on a wire rack, and store in an air-tight container to prevent them from going stale.
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The listed quantities yield a small number of cookies per batch, so you can try making a variety of different flavours at once.
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All the different colours look great together.
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For a cherry-blossom version, see.
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For a chocolate version, see.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 70 grams Cake flour, 20 grams Almond flour, 1 half 1 pinch Salt, 1 tsp Matcha (sugar-free), and more.

Yes, Simple Sesame-Scented Matcha Shortbread falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Simple Sesame-Scented Matcha Shortbread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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