Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup lilac blossoms (edible)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla to the mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the flour mixture and mix until combined.
- Fold in the lilac blossoms gently.
- Scoop dough onto baking sheets and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Let cool before dusting with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Ensure the lilac flowers are pesticide-free and safe for consumption.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- For a stronger flavor, you can steep the flowers in the butter before mixing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg