Description
Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies are a delightful fusion of sweet and tart, featuring a fragrant hint of lavender. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies will elevate your dessert table and impress your guests. With a refreshing taste that evokes warm spring days, each bite is an experience worth savoring. These cookies are easy to make, making them perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this charming culinary adventure!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp dried culinary lavender buds
- ½ tsp salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and lavender buds.
- Gradually add flour and salt; mix until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized mounds onto prepared sheets, flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; cool on racks.
- For filling: Whip together butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg