# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tablespoons hojicha powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
06 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour, hojicha powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl until uniform.
03 - Beat softened butter and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
04 - Add egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until fully combined and smooth.
05 - Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing to prevent tough cookies.
06 - Drop tablespoon-sized dough portions onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 inches of space between each cookie.
07 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers are set.
08 - Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
