Lemon Lavender Cookies
Delightful cookies that combine the tangy zest of lemon with the floral notes of lavender, perfect for a sweet treat any time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon culinary lavender
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, add the softened butter and powdered sugar. Beat together until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the Egg and Flavorings: Add lemon zest, vanilla extract, and lemon juice to the mixture; beat until combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, culinary lavender, and salt.
- Merge Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop the Dough: Drop balls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake: Place into the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Optional Glaze: Mix powdered sugar with lemon juice and drizzle over cooled cookies if desired.
Notes
These cookies pair beautifully with tea or coffee. Experiment with different flavor variations for a unique touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: cookies, lemon, lavender, dessert, baking, sweet treat
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