Description
Delight in these fragrant Lavender Chocolate Chip Cookies, a perfect blend of floral lavender and rich chocolate chips in a soft, buttery cookie. These cookies are easy to make and bake to perfection with a golden edge and soft center, ideal for a unique treat or special occasion.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract or paste
- 5 teaspoons lavender extract or 2 teaspoons culinary-grade dried lavender, ground
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon hot water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Add-ins
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips (dark, milk, or white)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cookie removal and cleanup.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, which ensures a tender texture.
- Add Wet Flavorings: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract or paste, and lavender extract (or the ground dried lavender) until well combined, infusing the dough with floral and rich flavors.
- Prepare Leavening Agent: Dissolve the baking soda in hot water, and stir this along with the salt into the batter to help the cookies rise properly and balance the flavors.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour and chocolate chips until just combined, avoiding overmixing to keep the cookies tender and moist.
- Scoop Dough: Scoop large spoonfuls of dough and place them at least 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake for approximately 10 minutes, or until the edges start to brown while the centers remain soft, achieving the perfect chewy texture.
- Cool Cookies: Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 to 7 minutes to set before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they hold their shape and texture.
Notes
- For a stronger lavender flavor, use culinary-grade dried lavender flowers ground finely rather than extract.
- You can substitute chocolate chip types based on preference: dark, milk, or white chocolate.
- Make sure butter is softened but not melted for the best texture in cookies.
- Do not overmix the dough once the flour is added to avoid tough cookies.
- Storing cookies in an airtight container will keep them fresh for up to a week.
