Description
Indulge in the enchanting flavors of Lemon Lavender Cookies, a delightful treat that marries the zesty brightness of lemon with the aromatic essence of culinary lavender. These cookies boast a soft, buttery texture and are elegantly finished with a sweet lemon lavender glaze. Perfect for any occasion—from afternoon tea to festive gatherings—these cookies offer a unique twist that will surely impress your guests. Their stunning presentation and refreshing flavor make them not only an irresistible dessert but also a thoughtful homemade gift for loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 2 sticks salted butter (room temperature)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp dried culinary lavender buds
- 1 large egg
- For the glaze: 1 ½ cups powdered sugar, fresh lemon juice, optional lavender extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, and baking powder; set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter, sugar, lemon zest, and lavender until fluffy.
- Add in the egg and mix well.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Use a cookie scoop to drop dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them apart. Flatten slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden; cool on sheets before transferring to racks.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice and optional lavender extract, then drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg