Turtle-Shaped Vegan Matcha Cookies
Turtle-Shaped Vegan Matcha Cookies are a delightful combination of fun and flavor, perfect for any occasion. These adorable cookies, shaped like turtles, feature the unique taste of matcha paired with creamy tahini, creating a rich and satisfying treat. Ideal for kids and adults alike, these cookies are not only visually appealing but also gluten-free and refined sugar-free, making them a guilt-free indulgence. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply enjoying a cozy snack at home, these charming cookies are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup gluten-free fine oat flour
- 1/4 cup fine almond flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1–2 teaspoons ceremonial grade matcha powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine tahini, maple syrup, and vanilla extract; whisk until smooth.
- Sift in oat flour, almond flour, and baking powder; mix until a dough forms. Adjust with more oat flour if sticky.
- Set aside one-third of the dough; add matcha powder to the remaining dough and mix well.
- Shape tablespoon-sized matcha dough into cookie shapes and form small pieces from plain dough for heads, tails, and legs.
- Press together to shape turtles and add decorative details; bake for 8-10 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 42mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg