Peppermint Sugar Cookies (v & gf)
Meet Origine Tastemaker: Danielle
Danielle the foodie behind @cacaoforcoconuts_ is on a mission to inspire nourishing and colorful living. She strives to create delicious foods that also leave you feeling good. She hopes to inspire others to get creative with their eating!
Ingredients
1 cup gluten-free flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp peppermint extract
2 - 2 1/2 Tbsp almond milk
2 Tbsp maple syrup
1/3 cup apple sauce
Candy cane, crushed
Directions
1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, vanilla extract and peppermint extract.
2. Add in almond milk, starting with 2 Tbsp and adding more later if needed.
3. Mix in the maple syrup and apple sauce. Use a spatula to mix everything, scraping the edges as needed.
4. Use your hands to form into a ball. Fold in crushed candy cane.
5. Let the dough chill in the fridge for 20-30 minutes.
6. Preheat oven to 350°F.
7. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper and a little bit of oil.
8. Once the dough is chilled, form into cookies of desired size.
9. Bake for 12-14 minutes.
10. Cool completely and serve!
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