Description
Delight in these delicate Lemon Lavender Cookies that blend the bright zest of lemon with the subtle floral notes of culinary lavender. Perfectly crisp on the edges and tender in the center, these cookies make an elegant treat for springtime or afternoon tea.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 1 large lemon
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender (lightly crushed)
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional
- Additional granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter, Sugar, and Lemon Zest: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and lemon zest together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully combined for rich flavor and moisture.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, lightly crushed culinary lavender, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and lavender.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can make the cookies tough.
- Shape Dough: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Optionally, roll each ball in extra granulated sugar for a sparkling finish.
- Arrange on Baking Sheets: Place dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets to allow spreading. Flatten each ball slightly using the bottom of a glass or your fingers for an even thickness.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are just turning golden, indicating perfectly baked cookies that are crisp on the outside and tender inside.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Use only culinary-grade lavender to avoid bitterness and additives that can affect taste and safety.
- For enhanced lemon flavor, drizzle cooled cookies with a simple lemon glaze made from powdered sugar mixed with fresh lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
