Description
These delightful cookies capture the essence of spring with a subtle floral note and a wonderfully chewy texture. Easy to bake, they are a unique and delicious treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (lightly packed) fresh dandelion petals (yellow parts only)
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare Dandelion Petals: Carefully separate all yellow petals from the green base of the dandelions. Rinse gently and pat completely dry.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 min).
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Dough and Add Dandelions: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing on low until just combined. Fold in dandelion petals.
- Scoop and Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden.
- Cool Cookies: Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins