Description
Lemon lavender cookies are a refreshing, delightful treat that combines the bright zest of lemon with the subtle floral notes of lavender. Perfect for any occasion, these buttery, crumbly cookies will enchant your taste buds and brighten up your dessert table. Whether served at afternoon tea or as a surprise for guests, they promise to be an irresistible addition to your cookie repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp dried culinary lavender (food-grade)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and dried lavender until well combined.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract, lemon juice, and zest.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients on low speed until just combined.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto prepared sheets about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden while centers remain soft.
- Optionally dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg