Dandelion Shortbread Cookies

I continued on with making dandelion everything I could find online. Mica and Isaak rolled their eyes when I had them pick as many yellow flowers as they could. In my deep freezer I have a back stock of dandelion flowers.

Some recipes I added, or subtracted this or that.

Dandelion Shortbread Cookies did not disappoint. I was expecting the boys to put their nose up at me, instead they asked for a 2nd cookie.

What I added from the original recipe: 

Vanilla!

What I love about this recipe: 

There isn't a lot of ingredients. 

There is no need to frost them.

Dandelion Shortbread Cookies by AlissaSpiehs-Apel on Scribd

I love putting a tie on cookies. Seriously it takes something bland, and turns it into being cute!

Travis said that he couldn't even taste the dandelion. 

Why Add Dandelion?

• Highly Nutritious
• Contain Potent Antioxidants
• May Help Fight Inflammation
• May Aid Blood Sugar Control
• May Reduce Cholesterol
• May Lower Blood Pressure
• May Promote a Healthy Liver
• May Aid Weight Loss

They probably won't help with weight loss because of the flour and sugar, but at least you know it has that power.

What is your favorite type of cookie?

Dandelion Flower Muffins

I've pinned so many recipes, for Dandelions. Last year I made Dandelion Salve, it smells a bit funny according to the boys, but works on Travis' muscles and Isaak's dry skin. I also made Dandelion Flower Muffins, but I couldn't find my recipe on here at all. I must of only posted it on facebook, and not on here. They are really good, and easy too!

It's so wonderful to have 1 free ingredient from what most people consider a weed. I'm all about cheap or free right now; being in the middle of a pandemic.

I gave Mica the responsibility to make them. He said, "Eww gross!" when he made them. When it was time to eat them, he wanted two, and asked for a third. I said, "Two is enough." Isaak asked for two as well.

I tried almond milk last year, it worked just as well as cows milk did this year. I used 1 cup all purpose flour, and 1/2 cup gluten free all purpose flour - Costco's mix. What I'm trying to say is that this recipe can be altered to your needs.

Dandelion Flower Muffins by AlissaSpiehs-Apel on Scribd

Have you ever made anything with dandelions? Every part of them can be consumed. I love Dandelion Root Tea!

WW: Nature {Linky}

This is a garter snake skin that Mica found, and gave to Isaak. I love how you can see the eyes.

I also loved when I saw a bug encased inside a dandelion. 

A Thistle:

An Acorn:

I'm Not Sure What This Was:

Typical Nebraska Grassland:

 Does nature ever inspire you?