These matcha cranberry thumbprint cookies are a festive holiday treat that combines matcha tea flavor with tart cranberry jam. The cookies are perfect for Christmas gatherings because of the vibrant green and ruby red color. Each bite is soft, slightly crumbly and mildly sweet, making it a great cookie gift for any occasion! —Tam To, Los Angeles, California
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 4-1/2 teaspoons culinary grade matcha (green tea powder)
- 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup cranberry jam
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a medium bowl, combine first 6 ingredients.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter, egg yolk and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture has soft peaks. Gradually add dry ingredients into butter mixture until well combined.
- Scoop by 2 tablespoonfuls onto parchment-lined baking sheets, placing 1 inch apart. Press a deep indentation in center of each with the end of a wooden spoon handle. Fill each with 1 teaspoon of cranberry jam.
- Bake 15-20 minutes or until set. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely.
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