Lavender Mint Chocolate Cookies
These delicate and aromatic cookies combine the soothing flavors of lavender and refreshing mint, perfectly balanced with rich chocolate. The cookies are tender with a crispy edge and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Indulge in these heavenly treats that create a delightful symphony of flavors and leave you craving for more.
ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons dried lavender buds
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 12 small fresh mint leaves, for garnish (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 2.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- 3.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- 4.
In a separate bowl, combine the dried lavender buds and finely chopped mint leaves.
- 5.
Gradually add the lavender-mint mixture to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing well.
- 6.
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 7.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- 8.
Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips.
- 9.
Drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- 10.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until set around the edges.
- 11.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 12.
Optional: Garnish each cooled cookie with a small fresh mint leaf for an extra touch of elegance.
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