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Green tea cookies flavored with almond and paired with a creamy frosting.
Lying on a blue mat. In the dark. For nap time.
Who wants to do that?
Not kindergarten me, or any of my classmates (that I know of!)
You’d think my feelings on napping would’ve changed throughout the years, but I remain adamant, that napping shouldn’t be allowed.
My beliefs on this subject were firmly planted on a family trip to NYC. We were only there a brief period and on our last full day, I started to feel really sick. We went back to our hotel. & I did the dreaded – I napped!!
I woke up several times, but couldn’t pry myself out of bed. By the time I finally pulled myself out of my groggy state, the entire day was gone!
Now, I understand your body needs time to rest and recover, but NOT when you’re on vacation in NYC!
Since then, I’ve vowed to never nap! I may be wrong on this subject, but there’s just too much to do & it’ll never get done if you’re asleep!
So, to pull yourself out of the afternoon slump, I propose eating a stack of these Matcha Almond Cookie Sandwiches instead! They feature Aiya’s Cooking Grade Matcha that is specially blended for baking and beverages. I really enjoyed baking with this green tea. It comes in a resealable package and helps create delicious cookies. I can’t wait to bake with it again and try it in a Coconut Matcha Latte π
I paired the cookies with a creamy almond frosting. If desired, you can roll the sandwich cookies in sliced almonds for an extra crunch.
Do you believe in napping?
Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Aiya Cooking Grade Matcha
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup canola oil
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1/3 cup lite coconut milk, or your favorite unsweetened nondairy milk
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 tbsp + 1 tsp unsweetened cashew milk
- Sliced almonds, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In measuring cup or medium bowl, combine flour, matcha, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, use a fork to combine sugar, brown sugar, canola oil and almond extract. Add lite coconut milk.
- Add dry ingredients to liquid and mix well.
- Divide dough into 72 equal balls. Roll into balls, flatten with palm of hand.
- Bake for 6 minutes. Leave on baking sheet 5 minutes. Then transfer to wire racks to complete cooling.
- Beat margarine in medium bowl. Add powdered sugar and beat until small clumps begin to form.
- Add almond extract, beat. Add cashew milk in tsp increments, beat until fluffy.
- Spread frosting between cookies with a knife or piping bag. Press cookies together so frosting is pushed to edges.
- If desired, roll cookies in sliced almonds.
Note: Extra frosting may be stored in refrigerator. Allow to reach room temperature and then spread on cookies or cake.
Looking for more matcha recipes? Try this Chocolate Matcha Swirl Loaf.
Naps are the best, though!! Funny when I know I have to get up, it’s hard, but if it’s the weekend and I know I can sleep in a bit, I’m usually up early. Oh well!!
These sandwich cookies look super yum! Would love to try that matcha powder and that almond frosting sounds like the perfect match to me π
The thing I love about sandwich cookies, is that it’s like 2 cookies in 1, lol π
You’re so right, Dawn! It’s always when you can sleep in, that you can’t!! Ahh!
I think you’d love these cookies, Dawn – they’re definitely one of my new favorites π
I napped when I had to when I was little, but I wasn’t that into it either. And fast forward to my college years when everyone was napping, and I still didn’t do it! Nowadays, I will if time allows, but I need at least a 2-3 hour nap, otherwise I wake up cranky haha. These cookies look SO pretty, Megan! I’ve never tried matcha in baked goods before, so I’m loving this creative twist!
You have to bake with it, Gayle! & I agree that napping should be a time permitting activity π
These sound spot on!!
Sometimes naps just have to happen! I woke-up at like 3am Saturday and knew a nap would just happen later that day…it did…and it was worth it!
ha ha, Rebecca! I usually just trudge on through the day and wait for bedtime to catch up on lost sleep π
These are so beautiful! Loving that creamy frosting in the middle!
Thanks Karen!
Sorry, but naps are my thing. I mean, I don’t get to take many, but a good 10-20 minute power nap is the best thing ever. You don’t lose much time and you wake up so refreshed!
These are a good nap substitute, though. I’ll take these anytime. They’re gorgeous!
ha ha! Thanks Mir. & I think it would take me 10-20 min before I even fell asleep π But it would give me time to just rest and not do anything else!
Ah these are SO pretty! I agree, I almost never nap, and when I do, I totally regret it!
Definitely!! Ha! Thanks Allie π
Gorgeous green tea cookies! I NEED nap because I am an early riser and it feels good after a short 20-min nap.
I’m an early riser too, but still no naps for me π Thanks Angie!
I totally disagree with your stance on napping.I do agree that these cookies look amazing ππ
ha! Thanks John – nice emoticons π
The only time I’ve ever napped since I was a kid is when I have the flu and my body kind of makes me. But I hate that feeling of being sick, falling asleep in the middle of the afternoon, and waking up an hour or two later. It’s still light out and I get really confused. I feel like I’ve wasted the day, even though I’m sick. π
These cookies are downright beautiful. The matcha gives them such a light, beautiful color. They sound delicious!
I understand completely! Thanks Amanda π
I’m kinda with you on the napping – when I need to do it I’m willing, but I always feel like the days been wasted when I wake up, no matter what time it is. It totally throws me off! I’m all about these matcha almond sandwich cookies though…they look so fantastic!
Thanks Rachel!
I just pinned these because I’m so in love with them! YUM YUM YUM!!!
Yay!! Thanks so much, Pamela π
Megan, I found this post to be so sweet and charming! I loved it!! π I can totally imagine little Megan, adamantly refusing to nap, taking a stand on this no-napping business. π I can’t believe you lost a whole day on vacay in NYC!!! I completely understand your stance on napping now. π Meanwhile, who would be taking a nap when these amazing cookie are around? I love how pretty this shade of green came out. Plus, you know I love it when you make matcha recipes! π Send over a dozen, would ya friend? π Pinning and sharing, of course! Happy Monday, friend! xoxo
You are too sweet, Demeter π Sending you a dozen now π (oh, wait, I ate them all already!)
I’m with you – I’m way too groggy after even the shortest of naps…I actually have more success with gaining extra energy by hopping on the treadmill for 20-30 minutes vs. putting my head down. I’ve always been that way! Now about these cookies – LOVE! Love the color, texture and overall deliciousness! Pinned!!
That’s a great idea! Thanks so much, Annie π
Awww, I’m sorry you were sick on vacation! I hope you’ve had a chance to go back.
When I was a kid, I hated naps. I could never fall asleep, always wanted to be doing something more fun, and inevitably got in trouble because the other kids WERE sleeping.
I don’t like naps any more that I did back then, but unfortunately, they’ve proved necessary. Sometimes I just need a short nap to push me through the rest of the day. Especially when I was working at a coffee shop and was getting up at 3:45 in the morning. I was useless unless I got my post-work nap.
These cookies are worth staying awake for. And they have caffeine in them, so….I’m gonna be up anyways. Why aren’t there more sandwich cookies in my life?
I agree, Annie. Sandwich cookies are the best π
I love naps! But when I have time to take one and finally settle myself down, my mind starts racing and I just can’t sleep! These cookies look beautiful and delicious! π
Oh no! Thanks Kathy π
I actually HATE napping as well, it ruins my day! That’s why I like to rely on snacks to keep up my energy level. These cookies are the perfect afternoon snack, love Matcha!
I agree! Thanks Bethany π
I can’t remember the last time I had time to nap. What a luxury! These cookies look amazing! I love that green color! Pinned!
Thanks Rachelle!!
I’m with you on napping! I feel like if I’m that tired then I just need to go to bed earlier. Otherwise it breaks up the day too much and I’m less productive. These cookies look divine! I’m always trying to think of new ways to use matcha. Love!
Matcha is so fun!! Thanks Megan π
So sorry Megan, but I like naps – or the idea of them though I don’t enjoy them like I’d like to – though I gotta agree with you – no napping allowed when one’s in NYC! I love that city and am all about sugaring and caffeinating up to enjoy it – especially when sugaring up and caffeinating up looks as good as these Matcha Almond Cookie Sandwiches! I adore all things Match and these I could eat by the dozen – ok, so I lied – maybe half dozen! π
I think we could polish off a dozen π Thanks Shashi!
I’m not a napper by any means – when I do I feel groggy and totally off. Matcha is my choice for caffeine and what I reach for during the mid-day slump. These cookies though look so much tastier than a hot beverage though.
I agree, Nicole! Thanks π
I would love to try these, they sound delicious!
I loved them! You should definitely try them if you can. Thanks Manali π
So perfect! These look like little green Oreos. π But of course, way better!
I’m like you — napping has never been my “thing.” Unfortunately, my kids are now taking after me and even the 2-year-old thinks he’s done with naps. NOT good!
ha ha! Thanks Blair π
What marvelous sandwich cookies! Perfect for those afternoons when I need something sweet with my tea!
They would go great with a cup of tea. Thanks Liz!
When you get to be my age Megan, you’ll be welcoming a nap here or there! Lol! I really only need a 20 minute cat nap every so often though! These sandwich cookies look awesome! I’m sure a few of these would help with that afternoon slump! I love the almond filling.
Thanks Mary Ann! Maybe my opinions on napping will change π
Wow, they look so yummy, I love the color! I’ve never baked sanwich cookies, I think I should give them a try:)
You should!! Thanks for visiting π
I have yet to bake with matcha and I need to change that! These cookies look so delicious and the color gets me every time. Yum!
You must try it! It’s so fun. Thanks Marcie π
The only time I’ve ever napped as an adult was after becoming a mom. I never took naps in college or any other time. Love the beautiful green hue from the matcha!
Thanks Eva! Maybe someday I’ll change my mind on napping π
Bahahahaha! Oh my gawd, I CAN NOT nap. Like at all. My husband on the other hand? He is a napping CHAMPION. Seriously, Boy can nap all day, every day if you let him and it drives me NUTS. Anyways, I guess I’d be okay with him napping if I had these sandwich cookies, because it would mean I wouldn’t have to share! π LOVE these girlfriend! The green color is so pretty and I just love that matcha almond combo! Pinned! Cheers!
Napping means less time to eat yummy cookies & I never want to miss the opportunity to eat a cookie or two! Ha ha! Thanks Cheyanne π
I used to nap as a teenager but I can’t take a nap anymore. And wow! These matcha sandwich cookies are so stunning, Megan! And that creamy frosting in the middle is making me drool.
Aww – thanks Anu π
So I would have been right there with you on the no-napping train…until Robbie was born. With a baby in the house, you literally have to grab an hour of sleep here and there, or you might just go crazy. But napping while on vacation is the worst, so I can feel ya there!
These cookies look incredible, and I love that you paired the matcha with an almond frosting. This is one amazing cookie, Megan! (They also kinda remind me of Elphaba from Wicked…haha!)
Ha ha! Thanks so much, David!
Yup, when you nap you woke up refreshed or groggy π I usually woke up in even worse state than groggy. More like “I just got hit by truck”. That’s why I stopped napping years ago π Matcha cookies looks fantastic. Love the green colour and almond flavor. I could use one or two right now π
Yea – what’s the point if you feel worse after you do it?!? Ha! Thanks Natalie π
OMG i got crazy of matcha. i love everything combine with matcha. can you believe that i asked my friend in Japan to send me 1kg of greentea powder ( matcha) just bacause i want to use matcha made from Japan 100%? xD
yes finally i found a post about matcha and it’s here. so happy so excited xoxo
Aww! Thanks Pat π I’ve been brainstorming lots of matcha recipes – so can an eye out for the next one!
Look great. Wanna to do this, too, Megan. Love matcha and believe that this recipe is tasty. Enjoy this nice weekend.
Thanks so much, Sabrina π