Maizena Koekjes / Cornstarch Cookies Recipe

maizena

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is lower in carbs, while all-purpose flour is more widely available.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free, while margarine is often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

coconut flakes

🥗Healthier: shredded coconut

💰Cheaper: none

Shredded coconut is a similar texture and flavor.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Cream together butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Stir in vanilla extract until combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together maizena, baking powder, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

Fold in coconut flakes gently until evenly distributed.

Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.

Bake in the preheated oven until edges are lightly golden, about 15-20 minutes.

Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Store in an airtight container once completely cooled.

Cooking Techniques

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