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Butterfly Pea Cookies

Delightful and visually stunning cookies made with butterfly pea flower powder for a unique flavor and vibrant blue color.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is softened but not melted.
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon butterfly pea flower powder Provides the blue color and unique flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 pinch salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, butterfly pea flower powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter with sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop tablespoons of dough onto a lined baking sheet, leaving some space between the cookie mounds.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden at the edges but still soft in the center.
  2. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies rest for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

You can customize these cookies with toppings like coconut flakes or honey. Store in an airtight container for up to five days or freeze for longer storage.