Description
Mother’s Day Lemon Lavender Shortbread cookies are a delightful blend of zesty lemon and fragrant lavender. These buttery treats will melt in your mouth, making them perfect for celebrating Mom.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 1 large lemon
- 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in the lemon zest and dried lavender until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the mixture; mix gently until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on wire racks before serving.
Notes
- For a more intense flavor, use fresh lavender instead of dried.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to enhance texture.
- Dust with powdered sugar after baking for an elegant finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 108
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg