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Lemon Lavender Cookies

Lemon Lavender Cookies to Brighten Your Day with Flavor

Indulge in delightful Lemon Lavender Cookies, a refreshing treat that combines zesty lemon with floral lavender.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides the base for the cookies.
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch Helps create a light, crumbly texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensures the cookies rise and have a light texture.
  • ½ cups salted butter Adds flavor and moisture; softened butter is best.
  • 1 cups granulated sugar Balancing agent for the flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Adds aromatic citrus flavor; fresh zest is recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon dried lavender buds Ensure they are culinary-grade.
  • 1 large egg Gives structure to the cookie.
For the Citrus Lavender Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Provides the needed consistency for the glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Enhances the citrus flavor of the glaze.
  • 1 teaspoon lavender extract Optional for aroma.
  • 1 drop purple food coloring Optional for visual appeal.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • cookie scoop
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, and baking powder.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add lemon zest and dried lavender, mixing well.
  4. Beat in the egg until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  6. Scoop dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden. Let cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  8. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lavender extract. Add food coloring if desired.
  9. Once cookies are cool, spoon glaze over them and allow to set for 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, chill the dough if your kitchen is warm and measure ingredients accurately to ensure light and fluffy cookies.

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