How to Make Green Tea Lemon Cookies (Gluten-Free) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Green tea lemon cookies are a perfect combination of two distinct flavors, creating a unique and delicious treat that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're a fan of green tea or love the citrusy tang of lemon, these cookies are sure to satisfy your taste buds. Plus, they're gluten-free, making them a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

Green tea, or matcha, is a type of powdered green tea that has become increasingly popular in recent years. It has a vibrant green color...

Read more

Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ cups brown rice flour
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • ¼ cup pecans, coarsely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 green tea bags (such as Organo™ Gold)
  • 1 cup butter, melted
  • ¼ cup agave syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 60
  • Yield: 5 dozen cookies

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix brown rice flour, brown sugar, pecans, baking soda, and lemon zest together in a mixing bowl. Cut open tea bags and add contents to the bowl. Add butter, agave syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend with a fork until dough comes together.
  • Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on a baking stone.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are lightly browned, 11 to 13 minutes. Cool for 1 minute before transferring to a cooling rack. Gently press any broken cookies back together. Let cool. Repeat with remaining cookie dough.
  • Nutrition

    64 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 44mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 4mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 22mg