Description

Indulge in the delightful Lavender Earl Grey Cookies, a unique blend of aromatic Earl Grey tea and floral lavender that creates an unforgettable treat. These cookies offer a perfect balance of chewy texture and buttery taste, making them ideal for afternoon tea, special gatherings, or as a comforting snack. Topped with blue cornflower petals and a sprinkle of sugar, they not only taste amazing but also add a stunning visual element to any dessert table. With simple ingredients and easy instructions, this recipe is perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Treat yourself or impress friends and family with these elegant cookies that are sure to become a favorite.

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 (room temperature)
1 large egg
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 Tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
blue cornflower petals (for topping)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, whisk together flour, ground Earl Grey tea, culinary-grade lavender, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt.
In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla to the creamed mixture; mix until combined.
Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just mixed.
Using a cookie scoop, drop rounded balls onto a lined baking sheet.
Sprinkle each cookie with granulated sugar and top with blue cornflower petals before baking.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden; cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to a rack.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 20mg