Bring elegance, fragrance, and a touch of garden magic to your bakes
There’s something undeniably special about baking with edible flowers. Not only do they add beauty and whimsy to your favorite treats, but they also introduce subtle, sophisticated flavors you simply can’t get from a bottle of extract or a sprinkle of sugar.
At The Flower Food Company, edible flowers are the stars of the show. Every one of our baking mixes is handcrafted with floral ingredients that transform everyday baking into a gourmet experience—even if you’ve never stepped foot in a fancy kitchen.
Let’s dig into some of the best edible flowers for baking, how to use them, and the easiest ways to bring floral flair to your next sweet treat.
Can Edible Flowers Be Baked?
Yes, and they absolutely should be.
Edible flowers like lavender, rose petals, chamomile, hibiscus, and calendula are not only safe to eat—they’re downright delightful in baked goods. When gently baked into cookies, cakes, scones, and breads, they retain their fragrance and infuse your treats with floral notes that are light, elegant, and memorable.
Our gourmet baking mixes are designed to make baking with flowers foolproof. Each mix is carefully balanced to bring out the natural flavor of the flowers without overpowering your dessert. Plus, they’re easy to prepare (you know we love a shortcut that no one can taste!).
What Can I Make With Edible Flowers?
Pretty much anything you’d normally bake—but prettier.
Here are a few favorite ideas from our mix collection:
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Shortbread Cookies with Lavender
Delicate, buttery, and enhanced by real lavender petals. Our Lavender Shortbread Cookie Mix makes it easy to bake a cookie that tastes as good as it looks. -
Chamomile Honey Scones
Perfect for brunch, tea time, or impressing your mom. (Yes, we’re looking at you, Mother’s Day!) Our Chamomile Scone Mix brings cozy floral vibes and just the right amount of sweetness. -
Rose Petal Tea Cakes
Elegant and lightly floral, this Rose Petal Tea Cake Mix creates dainty tea cakes that are perfect for bridal showers or afternoon tea. It’s romance in a bite. -
Lavender Buttermilk Pancakes
Flowers for breakfast? Yes, please. Our Lavender Pancake and Waffle Mix adds a subtle floral twist to weekend mornings.
Looking for something more adventurous? Try using our mixes as a base and adding lemon zest, white chocolate chips, or a drizzle of floral-infused glaze. Your creativity + our mix = magic.
What Flower is Best for Baking?
It depends on the flavor profile you're after, but here are our top picks:
- Lavender – Floral, earthy, and slightly minty. Ideal for cookies, cakes, and glazes.
- Chamomile – Delicate, sweet, and apple-like. Great for scones, tea cakes, and bread.
- Rose Petals – Romantic and fragrant. Best in cakes, muffins, and frostings.
- Calendula – Mild and slightly peppery. Lovely in savory bakes or to add color.
- Hibiscus – Tart, fruity, and vibrant. Perfect for adding a little zing and bold color.
The best part? You don’t need to source or dry these flowers yourself—our mixes already have them included and portioned just right. No guesswork, no stress.
How Do You Use Edible Flowers in Cookies?
Baking cookies with edible flowers is easier than you think—and adds a wow factor with very little effort.
You can:
- Fold them into the dough, like in our Lavender Shortbread Cookie Mix, for a subtle flavor throughout each bite.
- Press them on top before baking, so they bake into the surface for a beautiful visual.
- Use them in a glaze or icing, steeping the flowers in milk or cream, then straining and adding the floral liquid to your frosting.
Using one of our cookie mixes? Just follow the instructions, bake, and then act like you spent hours crafting the perfect floral treat. (Your secret’s safe with us.)
Ready to Bake Beautifully?
Whether you're baking for a special occasion or want to treat yourself to something lovely, edible flowers turn an ordinary bake into something magical. And thanks to The Flower Food Company’s floral-forward baking mixes, it’s never been easier to whip up something gourmet without the stress.
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Bake it, gift it, or enjoy it warm with a cup of tea—you’ll fall in love at first bite.