Description
Delightfully fragrant and crunchy Lavender Honey Cookies featuring the subtle floral notes of lavender combined with the natural sweetness of honey and a satisfying crunch from chopped nuts. Perfect for tea time or a soothing snack.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 large egg
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender flowers
- 1/4 cup finely chopped almonds or walnuts (optional)
Topping
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried lavender
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the cookies evenly.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Then blend in the honey, egg, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and salt.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cookies.
- Add Lavender and Nuts: Carefully fold in the dried culinary lavender and the optional chopped nuts for texture and flavor.
- Portion Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them a few inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the top of each cookie dough mound evenly with granulated sugar and dried lavender to add a crunchy topping and enhance the floral aroma.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until they turn a light golden color around the edges.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them set and maintain their crunch.
Notes
- Use culinary-grade dried lavender to ensure the flavor is pleasant and food-safe.
- Chopped almonds or walnuts add a nice crunch but can be omitted for nut-free cookies.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh up to one week.
- Honey adds moisture and sweetness but can be substituted with maple syrup for a different flavor.
- Be careful not to overbake to keep the cookies tender yet crisp.
