Description
Delightfully floral and subtly spicy, these Nasturtium Cookies combine the peppery flavor of fresh nasturtium petals with a classic buttery cookie base. Perfectly suited for tea time or as a unique garden-inspired treat, these cookies balance a soft texture and a hint of aromatic vanilla, making them an elegant and memorable dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh nasturtium petals (preferably orange or red)
Decoration (Optional)
- Additional whole nasturtium petals for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cookie removal and even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which will help create a tender texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract until combined thoroughly, adding moisture and flavor to the dough.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt to evenly distribute the salt in the flour.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms without overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Fold in Nasturtium Petals: Gently fold the finely chopped fresh nasturtium petals into the dough, incorporating the floral flavor evenly throughout.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each slightly with your fingers or the bottom of a glass to shape them evenly.
- Decorate: Press a whole nasturtium petal onto the top of each cookie for an elegant, decorative touch, if desired.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookie edges turn just lightly golden, indicating they are perfectly baked.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they set properly.
Notes
- Nasturtiums have a peppery flavor similar to arugula, which adds a unique floral and slightly spicy twist to the cookies.
- Ensure that the petals used are pesticide-free and thoroughly rinsed before incorporating them into the dough.
- These cookies pair beautifully with tea, making them an ideal accompaniment for afternoon tea parties or light refreshments.
