Chewy Oat & Rice Flour Jam Cookies
Oaty Goodness, Tangy Yogurt & Sweet Strawberry Jam: ‘Chewy Oat & Rice Flour Jam Cookies’ Recipe
A healthy cookie crafted with the nutty aroma of oat flour and delicate rice flour, perfect for those who find wheat flour difficult to digest. These cookies offer a delightful balance of a slightly tangy yogurt base, the comforting nuttiness of oats, and the sweet burst of strawberry jam, making them a wholesome and delicious treat for everyone.
Ingredients- Oat flour 60g
- Soft rice flour 60g
- Unsalted butter 50g (softened at room temperature)
- Plain yogurt 1 container (approx. 80-100g, at room temperature)
- Sugar 30g
- Strawberry jam (generous amount)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Before you begin baking, take the butter and plain yogurt out of the refrigerator to soften at room temperature. Sift the oat flour and soft rice flour together and set aside. In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with a whisk until smooth, then add the sugar and mix thoroughly until the sugar crystals are mostly dissolved. Dissolving the sugar well prevents the cookies from becoming hard and ensures a tender texture.
Step 2
Add the sifted dry ingredients (oat flour, soft rice flour) to the bowl. Using a spatula, gently mix until just combined, ensuring no dry flour is visible. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough cookies. Mixing only until the ingredients are incorporated is key.
Step 3
Place the dough onto a piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper, form it into a cohesive ball, flatten it slightly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to rest. (Tip: If you use a full container of plain yogurt, the dough might become quite soft. In such cases, allowing sufficient chilling time is essential to firm up the dough, making it easier to handle. If the dough seems too stiff, you can adjust the amount of yogurt.)
Step 4
Once chilled, place the dough between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a rolling pin to evenly roll out the dough to approximately 3mm thickness. Maintaining a consistent thickness, neither too thick nor too thin, will contribute to a pleasant cookie texture.
Step 5
Use your favorite cookie cutters to shape the dough. Using a combination of a round cutter and a ring cutter (for a donut shape) will create charming cookie pairs. Press the cutter firmly to ensure clean cuts.
Step 6
I found that some of my thinly rolled cookie dough shapes became slightly distorted when transferring them to the baking sheet, which was a bit disheartening! It’s best to handle the dough carefully during transfer or gently reshape them before baking. (Tip: Lining your baking sheet with parchment paper will prevent the cookies from sticking.)
Step 7
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden brown. Baking time may vary depending on your oven, so keep an eye on the cookies and adjust as needed.
Step 8
Allow the baked cookies to cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, spread a generous amount of strawberry jam onto the flat side of the round cookies. Then, place a donut-shaped cookie on top to create a jam-filled sandwich cookie.
Step 9
Store the finished Oat & Rice Flour Jam Cookies in an airtight container at cool room temperature, and they should stay delicious for several days. Enjoy a healthy and sweet tea time by pairing them with your favorite coffee or tea.
