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Dandelion Shortbread Cookies

Dandelion Shortbread Cookies: A Sweet Floral Delight

Delight in these Dandelion Shortbread Cookies that combine nature's floral sweetness with a buttery texture, making a unique treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Dandelion Petals Use only the yellow parts to avoid bitterness.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Unsalted Butter Provides richness; no substitution.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Can substitute with agave syrup.
  • 1 small Egg Can replace with a flax egg for vegan option.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Essential to enhance sweetness.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Can substitute with almond extract.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • parchment paper
  • baking sheets
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by carefully harvesting 1 cup of yellow dandelion petals from approximately 22 blooms. Rinse them gently under cold water and lay flat on a towel to dry.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, the small egg, and honey. Cream these ingredients together with an electric mixer for about 3–4 minutes.
  3. Add the salt and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, mixing until just incorporated. Fold in the dried dandelion petals, then gradually sift in all-purpose flour, mixing until combined.
  4. Shape the dough into a log about 2 inches in diameter and wrap it tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Unwrap the chilled dough and slice into ⅛- to ¼-inch thick pieces. Arrange on parchment-lined sheets, leaving space between cookies.
  6. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges are beginning to turn golden brown.
  7. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a sealed container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Store at room temperature for up to 1 week, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.

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