Description
Delicate shortbread cookies infused with lemon zest and lavender, offering a crisp texture and fragrant flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in flour, lavender, lemon zest, and salt until a dough forms.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet. Flatten slightly with a fork.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- Use culinary lavender for safe consumption.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- For extra flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: shortbread, lemon, lavender, cookies, dessert