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Lemon Lavender Cookies

Lemon Lavender Cookies: Easy Charm for Your Sweet Cravings

Lemon Lavender Cookies offer a unique flavor fusion of citrus and floral notes, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Baked Goods
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure; ensure accurate measurement for the best texture.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Adds tenderness to cookies; no substitutions necessary.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps the cookies rise; always check the expiration date for effectiveness.
  • ½ cup salted butter Adds flavor and richness; use at room temperature for easier creaming or substitute with unsalted.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Provides sweetness and moisture; coconut sugar is a great substitution for a deeper flavor.
  • zest from 3 medium lemons lemon zest Infuses fresh citrus flavor; zest before juicing.
  • 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender buds Essential for the cookie profile and adds floral notes; ensure you use culinary-grade lavender.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients together; using a room temperature egg helps in better incorporation.
Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar A must for making the glaze; it creates a sweet topping.
  • 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Enhances the glaze's flavor; avoid bottled juice for the best taste.
  • lavender extract Amplifies the lavender flavor; use sparingly as it can be quite potent.
  • purple food coloring For aesthetic flair; add a few drops if desired.
Garnishing
  • lavender buds & lemon zest Optional decorative elements that enhance the cookies' appearance and appeal.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Cookie scoop
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Baking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon of baking powder.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat ½ cup of room temperature salted butter with 1 cup of granulated sugar, the zest of 3 medium lemons, and 1 tablespoon of dried culinary lavender until light and fluffy.
  4. Add 1 large egg to the creamed mixture and mix on medium speed until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Gently flatten each ball to about 1/3 inch thickness.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, and lavender extract until thick yet pourable.
  11. Spoon the glaze over the cooled cookies and optionally garnish with lemon zest or dried lavender buds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, layering them with wax paper to prevent sticking.

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