Gluten-Free Matcha Sugar Cookies with Lavender Frosting For Spring Desserts
Delicious gluten-free cookies infused with matcha and topped with a fragrant lavender frosting, perfect for spring.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon matcha powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons lavender syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, matcha powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- While the cookies cool, prepare the lavender frosting by mixing powdered sugar with lavender syrup until smooth.
- Once the cookies are completely cool, frost them with the lavender frosting.
- Enjoy your delicious gluten-free matcha sugar cookies!
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Notes
- Make sure to use gluten-free certified ingredients.
- Adjust the amount of matcha according to your taste preference.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg