Description
Cauldron Cookies are a whimsical twist on traditional baking, savory, earthy, and unforgettable. Made with sautéed mushrooms, fresh herbs, and a touch of spice, these cookies offer an alchemy of flavors that bring warmth, nostalgia, and curiosity to your table. Whether served with tea or as a surprising dessert, they’re a crowd-pleasing conversation starter.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup finely chopped mushrooms (shiitake or button)
1 tbsp fresh rosemary or thyme (or 1 tsp dried)
1 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing mushrooms)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a skillet, sauté chopped mushrooms in olive oil over medium heat until tender and moisture is gone. Let cool.
3. In a mixing bowl, cream butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg together.
6. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
7. Fold in cooled mushrooms and herbs.
8. Chill dough for 30 minutes for best texture.
9. Scoop tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are golden.
10. Let cookies cool on sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.
Notes
Try substituting almond flour for a nutty twist.
Sprinkle a bit of shredded parmesan on top before baking for added flavor.
You can freeze unbaked dough balls for up to 3 months—just bake directly from frozen with 1–2 extra minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Cauldron Cookies, savory cookies, mushroom cookies, herbed cookies