Description
Moss Cookies are soft, chewy cookies with a unique earthy-sweet flavor and a vibrant green hue from matcha or spinach powder. Made with simple pantry staples, they are easy to make and customizable for various dietary needs, offering a delightful twist on classic cookie baking.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
- 1 tbsp matcha powder or spinach powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup (1 stick) softened butter (or coconut oil for vegan swap)
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs (or 2 flax eggs for vegan swap)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients at room temperature. Soften the butter to ensure smooth blending with sugar and other wet ingredients to form a tender dough foundation.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy and light. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract to enhance flavor.
- Combine Dry Ingredients Separately: In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, matcha or spinach powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening and coloring throughout the dough.
- Bring Wet and Dry Together: Gradually fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing gently just until combined to prevent toughness.
- Shape and Chill the Dough: Form dough into small one-inch diameter balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to help cookies hold their shape during baking.
- Bake Until Perfect: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes, until edges start to firm while centers remain soft. Allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to a cooling rack.
Notes
- Chill the dough to prevent excessive spreading and create thicker, chewier cookies.
- Use good quality ceremonial or culinary grade matcha powder for vibrant color and authentic flavor.
- Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough cookies.
- Remove cookies when edges are firm, as they continue to cook on the hot tray after removal.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain softness and freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Moss Cookies, Matcha Cookies, Green Tea Cookies, Soft Chewy Cookies, Gluten-Free Cookies, Vegan Cookie Option