Description
Lavender Honey Crunch Cookies are delicate, floral-infused treats featuring the soothing aroma of culinary lavender combined with the natural sweetness of honey and the satisfying crunch of crushed graham crackers. These soft, golden cookies are perfect for pairing with tea or gifting to friends and family.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender (lightly crushed)
Crunch Component
- 1/2 cup crushed honey graham crackers or crisp cereal
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter, Sugar, and Honey: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and honey until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and well combined. This step ensures a tender cookie texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract thoroughly to the creamed mixture, incorporating moisture and flavor into the dough.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and lightly crushed dried culinary lavender to evenly distribute the dry ingredients and lavender aroma.
- Mix Dry into Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until all components come together to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cookies.
- Fold in Crunchy Component: Gently fold in the crushed honey graham crackers or crisp cereal to add texture and a delightful crunch to the cookies.
- Scoop Dough onto Baking Sheet: Using a tablespoon, scoop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies turn golden brown and the centers are set but still soft.
- Cool Cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes post-baking to firm up slightly, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely, preserving their texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use only culinary-grade lavender to ensure safety and the best flavor.
- For extra texture and sweetness, drizzle the cookies with honey while still warm or sprinkle coarse sugar on top before baking.
- These cookies pair beautifully with tea and make a lovely, thoughtful gift.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
