Crispy & Chewy Oatmeal Cookies Duo with a Refreshing Apple-Cinnamon Green Tea

Crispy & Chewy Oatmeal Cookies Duo with a Refreshing Apple-Cinnamon Green Tea

Ingredients:

For the Oatmeal Cookies:

• • Oat flakes – 150g / 5.2 oz (divided: 50g ground, 100g whole)
  • Baking powder – 1/2 tsp
  • A pinch of salt

• • Cinnamon to taste
  • Pecans – 50g / 1.7 oz, ground
  • Raisins – 40g / 1.4 oz

• • Vegetable oil – 30ml
  • Maple syrup – 30ml
  • 1 egg

For the Coconut Oatmeal Cookies:

• • Oatmeal – 100g / 3.5 oz
  • Baking powder – 1/3 tsp

• • Coconut flakes – 30g / 1 oz
  • Maple syrup – 2 tbsp
  • Coconut oil – 2 tbsp

• Peanuts – 40g / 1.4 oz, ground

For Decoration and Flavor (Optional):

• • Apple – 50g / 1.7 oz, sliced

• • Dried orange slices
  • Cinnamon stick
  • Green tea

• Hot water – 0.9l

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Oatmeal Cookies:

1. 1. Grind Oats: Begin by grinding 50g of oat flakes into a fine flour using a food processor or blender. This will act as a base for your cookie dough.

1. 1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground oat flakes, 100g whole oat flakes, 1/2 tsp of baking powder, a pinch of salt, and cinnamon to your taste preference. Add in the ground pecans and stir well.
   2. Add Raisins: Mix the raisins into the dry ingredients, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
   3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 30ml of vegetable oil, 30ml of maple syrup, and 1 egg. Beat until the mixture is smooth and slightly frothy.

1. 1. Combine and Form the Dough: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir until everything is thoroughly combined, forming a thick dough. The consistency should be sticky but manageable.
   2. Shape the Cookies: Take spoonfuls of the dough and shape them into cookies. You can make them as large or small as you prefer. Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring there is enough space between each cookie.
   3. Bake: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the cookies for 15 minutes or until they turn golden brown. Once done, remove them from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack. This will allow them to become crispy on the outside while staying chewy on the inside.

2. Prepare the Coconut Oatmeal Cookies:

1. 1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together 100g of oatmeal, 1/3 tsp of baking powder, and 30g of coconut flakes. Stir until everything is evenly distributed.
   2. Mix Wet Ingredients: Add 2 tablespoons of maple syrup and 2 tablespoons of coconut oil to the dry mixture. Mix thoroughly until you have a cohesive dough.
   3. Add Ground Peanuts: Stir in the ground peanuts, making sure they are well combined. The peanuts add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor to the cookies.

1. Form the Cookies: Take spoonfuls of the dough and press them into cookie shapes, ensuring they hold together firmly. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. Bake: Bake the cookies at 180°C (350°F) for 12 minutes. Let them cool completely on a wire rack after baking. This step is crucial for the cookies to firm up and develop a delicious crispy texture.

3. Optional Decoration and Flavor:

1. 1. Prepare the Tea: Enhance your cookie experience with a soothing hot drink. In a teapot, combine 50g of sliced apple, dried orange slices, a cinnamon stick, and green tea. Pour 0.9 liters of hot water over the mixture and let it steep for about 10 minutes.

1. Serve: Pour the tea into cups and serve it alongside the freshly baked cookies for a comforting and delightful treat.