Name: Lavender Chocolate Chip Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened); 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed); 1/4 cup white sugar; 1 egg (room temperature); 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/4 tsp salt; 1-2 tsp culinary lavender buds (ground or finely crushed); 3/4 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)

Cookies are a universal comfort food. Soft, chewy, buttery, and dotted with melting chocolate chips—what’s not to love? But if you’re looking to elevate your cookie game with a sophisticated twist, Lavender Chocolate Chip Cookies are the answer.🌸 This recipe combines the nostalgic sweetness of chocolate chip cookies with the calming, floral aroma of culinary lavender. The result? A treat that feels both indulgent and elegant.

Whether you’re baking for a tea party, a gift box, or just your own sweet cravings, these cookies will surprise and delight anyone who takes a bite.

Lavender Chocolate Chip Cookies

Soft, chewy, and delicately floral 🌸🍪—these Lavender Chocolate Chip Cookies put a gourmet twist on a timeless classic.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 12

Total Time 27

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Gourmet

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
1/2 cup brown sugar packed
1/4 cup white sugar
1 egg room temperature
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
1-2 tsp culinary lavender buds ground or finely crushed
3/4 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet or dark

Equipment

Mixing bowls
Hand or stand mixer
Measuring cups and spoons
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Wire rack

Method

Grind lavender buds until fine.
Cream butter and sugars until fluffy.
Beat in egg and vanilla.
Whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and lavender; add to wet mix.
Fold in chocolate chips.
Chill dough 30 minutes.
Bake at 350°F for 10–12 minutes until golden at edges.
Cool on tray 5 minutes, then transfer to rack.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 5 days. Freeze dough balls up to 2 months. Do not exceed 2 tsp lavender to avoid overpowering flavor.

Why You’ll Love These Cookies

Unique flavor: Lavender adds a floral, slightly herbal note that pairs beautifully with chocolate.
Impressive yet easy: Looks gourmet but made with pantry staples.
Perfectly balanced: Sweet, buttery, chocolaty, and delicately floral.
Great for gifting: Pretty, fragrant cookies that make thoughtful homemade presents.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s what goes into these dreamy cookies:

All-purpose flour – The base for structure.
Butter – Unsalted, softened to room temperature.
Brown sugar & white sugar – For sweetness and chewiness.
Egg – Helps bind the dough and adds richness.
Vanilla extract – Enhances both chocolate and lavender.
Baking soda & salt – Essential for lift and balance.
Culinary lavender buds – Finely ground or lightly crushed for best flavor.
Chocolate chips – Semi-sweet or dark work best.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare Lavender

Finely grind 1–2 teaspoons of culinary lavender buds using a mortar and pestle or spice grinder. This ensures the floral flavor is present but not overpowering.

2. Cream Butter & Sugar

In a mixing bowl, beat together ½ cup softened butter with ½ cup brown sugar and ¼ cup white sugar until fluffy.

3. Add Egg & Vanilla

Mix in 1 egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.

4. Combine Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together:

1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
Prepared ground lavender

Gradually add dry mixture to the wet mixture.

5. Fold in Chocolate Chips

Stir in ¾ cup chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

6. Chill the Dough

Cover and refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes. This step deepens flavor and prevents spreading.

7. Bake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden but centers are slightly soft.

8. Cool & Enjoy

Let cookies cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Tips for Success

Don’t overdo lavender: A little goes a long way. Too much can make cookies taste soapy.
Chill dough: Prevents cookies from flattening.
Upgrade chocolate: Use chopped dark chocolate chunks for a bakery-style look.
Pretty presentation: Sprinkle a few lavender buds or flaky sea salt on top before baking.

Variations

Lavender Lemon Cookies: Add lemon zest for a citrusy twist.
Nutty flavor: Mix in almonds or pistachios for extra crunch.
White chocolate version: Swap dark chips for creamy white chocolate.

Storage Tips

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Freeze dough balls for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding 1–2 minutes to bake time.

FAQs

1. Can I use any lavender?
Only use culinary-grade lavender (sold for cooking), not ornamental varieties.

2. What if I don’t like lavender?
You can reduce it to a pinch or replace it with rosemary or earl grey tea leaves.

3. Can I make them gluten-free?
Yes — swap all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.

Nutrition Benefits

Lavender has been linked to stress relief and relaxation, while dark chocolate contains antioxidants. Combined with a classic cookie base, these treats are a little indulgence that also feels calming.