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Moringa Cookies - Healthy Baking !
Moringa Cookies - Healthy Baking!
By Organic Needs •
Why you’ll love this
Buttery, chewy cookies with a healthy twist — moringa adds a subtle green color, extra nutrients and a mild earthy note. Great with tea or as a snack.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour – 1 1/2 cups (190 g)
- Rolled oats (optional) – 1/2 cup (45 g)
- Baking powder – 1/2 tsp
- Salt – 1/4 tsp
- Unsalted butter (soft) – 1/2 cup (115 g)
- Brown sugar – 1/2 cup (100 g)
- Granulated sugar – 2 tbsp
- Egg – 1 large (or flax egg for vegan)
- Vanilla extract – 1 tsp
- Moringa powder – 2 tsp (start small)
- Chocolate chips or chopped nuts – 1/2 cup (optional)
Step-by-step
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking tray with parchment.
- Step 2: Whisk together flour, oats (if using), baking powder, salt, and moringa powder in a bowl.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugars until light. Add egg and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Step 4: Fold dry ingredients into wet until just combined. Stir in chocolate chips or nuts.
- Step 5: Scoop tablespoonfuls onto the tray, flatten slightly. Bake 12–15 minutes until edges are golden.
- Step 6: Cool on the tray 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack. Store in an airtight container.
Pro tips
- Don't over-scoop the moringa — start with 2 tsp for subtle flavor and color. Increase slowly if desired.
- Chill the dough for 15–20 minutes if it spreads too much during baking.
- Use a mix of brown and white sugar for chewiness with crisp edges.
Nutrition (per cookie, approx)
- Calories: ~90–110 kcal
- Protein: ~1–2 g
- Carbs: ~12–15 g
- Fat: ~4–6 g
FAQs
Can I make these vegan?
Yes — replace the egg with a flax egg and use vegan butter. Keep an eye on baking time as texture can vary slightly.
