Chamomile Tea Infused Baked Goods: Aromatic Treats for Your Taste Buds

Discover the delightful world of Chamomile Tea Infused Baked Goods! Indulge in the perfect fusion of soothing chamomile and delectable treats. Join our culinary adventure with fun and engaging recipes that will leave your taste buds tingling with joy.

If you're a fan of baked goods and love to experiment in the kitchen, get ready to embark on a culinary adventure like no other.

We're about to introduce you to the magical world of Chamomile Tea Infused Baked Goods – where the soothing essence of chamomile meets the sweet indulgence of freshly baked treats!

Let’s Get Baking!

Chamomile Dream Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 2 tbsp dried chamomile flowers (finely ground)
• ½ cup white chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground chamomile flowers.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the white chocolate chips for a creamy twist.
7. Scoop out cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet and gently flatten each cookie.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
9. Allow them to cool for a moment before transferring the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

The Benefits of Chamomile Goodness

Not only do these Chamomile Tea Infused Baked Goods taste divine, but they also come with a secret bonus – the inherent benefits of chamomile! Known for its calming properties and potential to ease stress, these treats offer more than just a delightful taste experience. Embrace the relaxation and indulge yourself in a moment of bliss with every bite.

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Chamomile Honey Lemon Muffins

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 2 tbsp dried chamomile flowers
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ¾ cup milk
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp honey
• Zest of 1 lemon

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and dried chamomile flowers.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the sugar, milk, vegetable oil, egg, honey, and lemon zest until well combined.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the centre of a muffin comes out clean.
7. Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Chamomile Vanilla Pound Cake

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 2 tbsp dried chamomile flowers
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
• ½ cup milk

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and dried chamomile flowers.
3. In a separate large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
8. Let the pound cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

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The Joyful Fusion of Flavors: Chamomile Tea Magic

There you have it – three absolutely enchanting recipes that infuse the gentle and floral notes of chamomile tea into your favourite baked goods.

Feel free to get creative and adapt these recipes to suit your taste buds. Whether you prefer a little extra honey in your muffins or an added sprinkle of lemon zest on your cookies, the possibilities are endless!

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​​So, put on your apron, turn on some happy tunes, and let the charm of chamomile elevate your baking game to new heights!

References

Gupta, S. (2010). Chamomile: A herbal medicine of the past with a bright future (Review). Molecular Medicine Reports, 3(6). https://doi.org/10.3892/mmr.2010.377

Mao, J. J., & Li, Q. S. (2015). Long-Term Chamomile Therapy of Generalized Anxiety Disorder: A Study Protocol for a Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo- Controlled Trial. Journal of Clinical Trials, 04(05). https://doi.org/10.4172/2167-0870.1000188

Mao, J. J., Xie, S. X., Keefe, J. R., Soeller, I., Li, Q. S., & Amsterdam, J. D. (2016). Long-term chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) treatment for generalized anxiety disorder: A randomized clinical trial. Phytomedicine, 23(14), 1735–1742. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.phymed.2016.10.012