Description
Delight in these fragrant and crisp Lavender Honey Crunch Cookies, a perfect blend of floral lavender, sweet honey, and buttery crunch. These cookies are effortlessly baked to golden perfection, with optional nuts adding extra texture and flavor. Ideal for tea time or as a charming homemade gift.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons dried 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 prepare for baking the cookies evenly.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and 3/4 cup granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the dough.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the honey, large egg, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, ensuring a moist and flavorful dough.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and dried lavender flowers, distributing the lavender evenly for balanced flavor.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Gradually combine the dry mixture with the wet ingredients, stirring gently to form a cohesive dough without overmixing.
- Add Nuts (Optional): Fold in the chopped almonds or walnuts if using, for added crunch and nuttiness.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them well apart to allow spreading.
- Top Cookies: Sprinkle each portion with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon dried lavender to add a decorative and flavor-enhancing crunch.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 12–15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden, indicating they are perfectly crisp and baked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, enhancing their crunch and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easy creaming and a better texture.
- Use food-grade dried lavender flowers for safety and the best fragrance.
- Substitute almonds with walnuts or omit nuts entirely for a nut-free option.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunchiness.
- These cookies pair wonderfully with tea or coffee.
