Description
Buttery, tender shortbread cookies infused with fresh lemon zest and dried culinary lavender for a subtle floral and citrus flavor. Easy to make and perfect for a cozy treat or elegant gift.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender buds
- Zest of 1 large lemon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
- Optional: extra lemon zest for sprinkling on top before baking
Instructions
- Cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
- Mix in the lemon zest, dried lavender buds, salt, and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing on low speed or folding in with a spatula until the dough comes together. If too dry, add 1 teaspoon cold water.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface, shape into a flat disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll the chilled dough out to about ¼ inch (6mm) thickness. Dust with flour if sticky.
- Cut into desired shapes using a cookie cutter or knife.
- Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them apart. Optionally sprinkle extra lemon zest or a pinch of sugar on top.
- Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 15-18 minutes, until edges just start to turn golden.
- Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optionally dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature butter for best creaming results. Do not overdo the lavender to avoid a soapy taste. Chilling the dough is essential to prevent spreading and maintain shape. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or refrigerate for up to two weeks. Dough freezes well for up to 3 months; bake directly from frozen adding a couple extra minutes to baking time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 25
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Protein: 1
Keywords: lemon lavender cookies, shortbread cookies, floral cookies, citrus cookies, homemade treats, easy cookies, buttery cookies