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Dandelion Shortbread Cookies

Dandelion Shortbread Cookies: Sweet Treats from Nature's Garden

Experience the unique taste of Dandelion Shortbread Cookies, a guilt-free gluten-free treat infused with honey-like sweetness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Dandelion Petals Only use the yellow petals and wash them thoroughly.
  • 8 Tbsp Butter Melted, for richness.
  • ⅔ cup Granulated Sugar Essential for sweetness.
  • 1 Tbsp Honey A natural sweetener.
  • 1 small Egg Acts as a binder.
  • ¼ tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
  • ½ tsp Vanilla Extract Adds depth.
  • 1 ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-sensitive option.
Optional Topping
  • Powdered Sugar For dusting.
  • Floral-Infused Glaze For drizzling.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • spatula
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather the dandelion petals, remove green parts, rinse thoroughly, and let dry.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, honey, and egg; blend until light and fluffy.
  3. Fold in salt, vanilla extract, and dried dandelion petals.
  4. Gradually add flour, stirring until just combined.
  5. Shape dough into a log, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), slice dough into rounds, and bake for 12-15 minutes.
  7. Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all green parts of the flowers are removed to avoid bitterness. Chill the dough to prevent spreading during baking.

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