Description
Hibiscus cookies are a vibrant and delightful treat that perfectly balances tangy hibiscus flavor with sweet buttery goodness. Their stunning pink hue and unique taste make them an enticing addition to any gathering or a perfect pick-me-up during a quiet afternoon. Simple enough for bakers of all skill levels, these cookies promise to impress your friends and family with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons dried hibiscus flowers
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350?F (175?C). Gather and prepare all ingredients.
- Steep dried hibiscus flowers in hot water for about 10 minutes in a small bowl.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually incorporate this into the butter mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the infused hibiscus mixture until fully incorporated.
- Scoop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg