Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Lavender Earl Grey Cookies. These soft, buttery cookies perfectly blend the aromatic notes of Earl Grey tea with the floral essence of culinary lavender. Perfect for afternoon tea, special gatherings, or a cozy snack at home, each bite offers a unique taste experience that is sure to impress. With their elegant presentation and rich flavors, these cookies not only make a delicious treat but also serve as a charming gift idea. Easy to make and visually appealing, they are a wonderful addition to any dessert platter or tea party.
Ingredients
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- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 Tablespoon finely ground Earl Grey tea
- ½ teaspoon culinary-grade lavender
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
- blue cornflower petals
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, ground tea, lavender, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet with space in between.
- Sprinkle granulated sugar on top of each cookie before baking.
- Bake for about 15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg