Description

Lavender Honey Crunch Cookies are a unique and fragrant treat that combines the floral, aromatic flavor of lavender with the sweet, rich taste of honey. These cookies are soft and chewy with a satisfying crunch, making them the perfect balance of texture and flavor. With a hint of lavender and the natural sweetness of honey, these cookies are a sophisticated twist on your classic cookie recipe.

Ingredients

For the Cookies:

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon dried lavender buds (culinary grade)

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup honey

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup rolled oats (for crunch)

For the Topping:

2 tablespoons coarse sugar (such as turbinado or sparkling sugar)

1 teaspoon dried lavender buds (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

Make the Cookie Dough: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and dried lavender buds. Set aside. In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and honey until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes). Add the egg and vanilla extract, and continue to beat until combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the rolled oats.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Add the Topping: Gently flatten each cookie dough ball with your fingers or a fork. Sprinkle a little coarse sugar on top of each cookie and, if desired, a pinch of dried lavender buds for extra fragrance and decoration.
Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set. The cookies will firm up as they cool. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Add chopped white chocolate or macadamia nuts to the dough for an extra touch of sweetness and texture.

Use lemon zest instead of lavender for a citrusy twist.

Substitute the rolled oats for crushed graham crackers for a different crunch.

Drizzle the finished cookies with a bit of honey after baking for an extra sweet glaze.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: Varies depending on ingredients used
Sugar: Varies
Sodium: Varies
Fat: Varies depending on butter used
Saturated Fat: Varies
Unsaturated Fat: Varies
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: Varies
Fiber: Varies
Protein: Varies
Cholesterol: Varies depending on butter and egg used