Description
A delightful recipe for making Dandelion Shortbread Cookies, perfect for a unique treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup dandelion petals, cleaned
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the dandelion petals and vanilla extract.
- Shape the dough into a log and wrap it in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Slice the chilled dough into 1/4 inch thick rounds and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on a wire rack before serving.
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Notes
- Ensure dandelion petals are free from pesticides.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- For a sweeter cookie, increase the powdered sugar to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Dandelion Shortbread Cookies