Lemon Lavender Cookies (Printable)

Fragrant treats combining bright lemon and delicate lavender for elegant tea time cookies

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Floral & Citrus

04 - 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender
05 - Zest of 2 lemons

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
07 - 1 cup granulated sugar
08 - 1 large egg
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly blended.
03 - Using a mortar and pestle or spice grinder, lightly crush the dried lavender with lemon zest to release essential oils. Set aside.
04 - In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
05 - Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and fresh lemon juice until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
06 - Mix in the crushed lavender and lemon zest mixture, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
07 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
08 - Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
09 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Centers should remain slightly soft.
10 - Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The floral notes are subtle, not soapy, and they balance perfectly with tangy lemon.
  • These cookies have the most tender crumb, almost like shortbread but lighter on the tongue.
  • They feel fancy and special without requiring any fancy techniques or hard to find ingredients.
02 -
  • Culinary lavender is absolutely non negotiable here, other types may contain pesticides or taste harsh.
  • Overbaking these ruins them completely, pull them out when they still look slightly underdone.
  • The glaze is entirely optional but highly recommended if you want extra lemon flavor and a pretty finish.
03 -
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it feels too sticky to work with.
  • Let the ingredients come to room temperature before starting for the best texture.

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