Scrumptious Golden Milk Cookies with Turmeric

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Spread some holiday cheer with golden milk cookies this season! Holiday treats don’t need to be teeming with sugar to make the most of spice. Lightly sweetened with pure maple syrup, these easy-to-make vegan and gluten-free cookies have a crisp yet meltaway shortbread-like texture and warm, earthy flavor. Our ORGANIC INDIA Turmeric Formula pairs beautifully with ginger and vanilla, lending taste, color, and a punch of wellness benefits, too.

Also known as “The Golden Root”, Turmeric is one of the most studied spices on the planet. Lauded for its powerful antioxidant properties, Turmeric is associated with antioxidant activity, support for healthy joints and mobility, and more.

These quick, simple cookies have a delightfully rustic, almost savory taste on their own, but we do like to add just a touch of extra sugar on top,  especially for the holidays. Just a light, lemony glaze adds a delectable, complementary contrast. Enhance the overall flavor and texture even more with a sprinkling of unsweetened coconut shreds. For a final touch, and quintessential coziness, enjoy with any of our ORGANIC INDIA Tulsi teas!

Golden Milk Cookies with Turmeric 

Yield: 12-15 cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 Cup almond flour
• ⅓ Oat or any gluten-free flour (more as needed for rolling)
• ¾ Teaspoon ORGANIC INDIA Turmeric Formula 
• ½ Teaspoon ground ginger 
• 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 3 Tablespoons pure maple syrup 
• ¼ Cup avocado or olive oil (or of choice)
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
• Icing or glaze, shredded coconut for decorating* (see below)

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 325 F. 
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients (almond flour through baking powder). 
3. In a liquid measuring cup, use a fork to lightly mix the maple syrup, oil, and vanilla. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry, stirring to form a pliable dough. 
4. Roll out the dough into a thin layer (about ¼-inch or thinner) on a lightly floured surface, sprinkling flour to the dough surface as needed to prevent stickiness. 
5. Cut into shapes with cookies cutters of choice and place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. 
6. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool before removing from the baking sheet and decorating. 

NOTE: *For a simple lemon glaze, use a fork or whisk to combine ½ Cup powdered sugar and 1 -2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice.

For more delectable cookie creations, try these Vegan Moringa Pistachio Cookies.