Irresistible Lemon Lavender Shortbread Cookies
These lemon lavender shortbread cookies combine bright citrus zest with delicate floral notes for a refreshing and comforting treat with a buttery crumb that melts in your mouth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour
- Zest of 1 large lemon
- 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender buds, finely ground
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer or hand whisk until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the lemon zest and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, finely ground dried lavender buds, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, folding gently until a soft dough forms. If too crumbly, add 1 teaspoon cold water.
- Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Lightly flour a work surface and roll the dough to about 1/4 inch (6 mm) thickness. Cut into desired shapes using a cookie cutter or knife.
- Place cookies about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until edges just begin to turn golden. Avoid overbaking to keep cookies tender.
- Cool cookies completely on a wire rack before storing or serving.
Notes
Use room temperature butter for best creaming results. Finely grind lavender to avoid overpowering bites. Chill dough to prevent spreading and ensure crisp edges. Check cookies early to avoid overbaking. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend and add xanthan gum. For dairy-free, use vegan butter substitutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 9
- Protein: 1
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