Description
Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies offer a delightful blend of zesty lemon and fragrant lavender, creating an elegant treat perfect for any occasion. Their buttery, soft texture pairs beautifully with a creamy lemon filling that will impress your guests at spring gatherings or cozy afternoons with tea. Indulge in these unique cookies that brighten up any dessert table and leave a lasting impression.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dried culinary lavender (food-grade)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Stir in the dried lavender.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt, then gradually add it to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown. Allow cooling before filling with frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg