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Dandelion Cookies

Dandelion Cookies: Sweet Floral Treats from Nature's Garden

Dandelion Cookies are unique floral sweets, combining rich flavors and melt-in-your-mouth texture for a delightful experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2/3 cup Sugar Adds the perfect sweetness to balance the floral notes.
  • 1 stick Butter (softened, salted) Consider using unsalted for a more delicate flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla gives the best results.
  • 3/4 cup Loosely Packed Dandelion Petals (washed) Only use the petals, leaving behind the greens.
  • 1 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be a great substitution if needed.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Sharp knife
  • baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Dandelion Cookies
  1. Cream the Butter and Sugar: Beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Combine the Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour into the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until crumbly, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Fold in Dandelion Petals: Gently fold the washed dandelion petals into the dough using a fork or spatula.
  4. Shape and Chill the Dough: Shape the dough into a log, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours.
  5. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare baking sheets.
  6. Slice the Dough: Remove the chilled dough log from the refrigerator and slice into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  7. Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies for 30 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow cookies to cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Harvest dandelions from areas free of pesticides. Wash and dry dandelion petals thoroughly before use. Do not skip the chilling step for best texture.

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