Matcha Green Tea Cookies

Ingredients (makes ~12 cookies):

• 1 cup almond flour (blanched)

• 1/2 cup gluten-free oat flour (or more almond flour for grain-free)

• 1–2 tsp matcha green tea powder (culinary or ceremonial grade)

• 1/4 tsp baking soda

• 1/4 tsp sea salt

• 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted) or vegan butter

• 1/3 cup maple syrup (or honey if not strictly vegan)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins:

• 1/4 cup dairy-free white chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips

• 2 tbsp chopped nuts (like macadamia or pistachio)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together:

   • Almond flour

   • Oat flour

   • Matcha powder

   • Baking soda

   • Sea salt

3. In a separate bowl, mix:

   • Melted coconut oil

   • Maple syrup

   • Vanilla extract

4. Combine wet and dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms. Fold in any optional add-ins.

5. Scoop dough (about 1.5 tbsp each) onto the baking sheet. Slightly flatten with your fingers or the back of a spoon.

6. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are slightly golden. Centers may look soft — that’s perfect.

7. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.