Description
Lemon Lavender Cookies are a refreshing treat that perfectly balances zesty lemon and soothing lavender. With their soft, buttery texture and delightful aroma, these cookies are sure to brighten any occasion. Perfect for tea time or as a charming gift, they’re a must-try for cookie lovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp fresh lemon zest
- 1 tbsp dried culinary lavender buds
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and lavender.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Drop dough by tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks and dusting with powdered sugar.
- 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: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg