Looking for a holiday treat that’s as delicious as it is unique? These Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies with Matcha Icing bring a fun twist to a classic favorite. Think buttery, soft cookies topped with a vibrant green matcha glaze—perfect for anyone craving something a little different this season. Bonus: they’re gluten-free, so everyone can indulge!
Why We Love These Cookies
These cookies are everything you want in a sugar cookie—sweet, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth—but with a modern, healthy-ish spin. The matcha icing adds a subtle earthy flavor that balances out the sweetness while giving your cookies a festive green hue. Plus, matcha is loaded with antioxidants, making your holiday treats a bit more nourishing.
The Secret to Perfect Gluten-Free Cookies
Gluten-free baking can be tricky, but these cookies are foolproof. The key? A high-quality gluten-free flour blend that mimics the texture of traditional flour. You’ll get that classic sugar cookie feel without anyone guessing they’re gluten-free.
And don’t forget to chill the dough! It helps the cookies hold their shape and bake up beautifully soft.
Matcha Icing Magic
Matcha powder isn’t just for lattes. It makes a stunning, naturally green icing that’s both eye-catching and delicious. The earthy notes of the matcha complement the sweetness of the cookie perfectly, making these treats feel a little more grown-up yet still fun enough for holiday festivities.
Get Baking!
Whether you’re hosting a cookie swap, baking for family, or just treating yourself, these gluten-free sugar cookies with matcha icing are bound to be a hit. They’re a delightful mix of classic and contemporary, bringing a little extra flair to your dessert table.
So grab your favorite cookie cutters and start baking. These cookies are a simple, festive way to make the season extra sweet—and maybe even a little healthy too!
Happy baking! 🍪
Gluten-Free Sugar Cookies with Matcha Icing
Ingredients
- Cookies: 1/4 cup coconut oil, 1/2 cup maple syrup, 1 flax egg
- Dry Ingredients: 3/4 cup gluten-free oat flour, 1/2 cup coconut flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1 scoop Unflavored Super Youth
- Icing: 1/2 cup organic powdered sugar, 1/4 teaspoon matcha powder, 3/4 tablespoon almond milk
Steps
- Beat together the coconut oil and maple syrup with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add the flax egg and beat until smooth.
- Add the dry ingredients and mix until the dough sticks together. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Line a flat surface with parchment paper, sprinkle with a little flour. Turn the chilled dough onto the surface and allow it to sit for 30 minutes.
- Gently knead it with your hands until it’s pliable, then roll the dough to ¼” thick and cut out with cookie cutters. Remove the extra dough and transfer the cut cookies onto the baking sheet. Repeat with the rest of the dough until you don’t have any left.
- Bake the cookies for 9 – 11 minutes until they’re nicely golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack.
- When ready to ice, whisk together the icing ingredients, pour into a piping bag and pipe onto the cookies!