Description
Lemon Lavender Cookies are a delightful fusion of zesty lemon and fragrant lavender, creating a treat that’s perfect for any occasion. With their soft, buttery texture and a sweet glaze, these cookies are sure to impress friends and family alike. Easy to make with just a few simple ingredients and no chilling required, they can be whipped up in no time – making them an excellent choice for last-minute gatherings or cozy afternoons at home. These unique cookies also lend themselves beautifully to creative decorating, making them visually appealing as well as delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 2 sticks salted butter (at cool room temperature)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp dried culinary lavender buds
- 1 large egg (at cool room temperature)
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 2 to 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, and baking powder; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add lemon zest and lavender; mix well.
- Beat in the egg until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each cookie ball to about ⅓ inch thick.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until edges are golden; cool on wire racks.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg