Lavender Lemon Sugar Cookies (Print Version)

Light sugar cookies infused with fragrant lavender and bright lemon zest for a floral finish.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender buds, finely chopped
05 - Zest of 1 large lemon

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
07 - 1 cup granulated sugar
08 - 1 large egg
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

→ For Rolling

11 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar

# Step-by-step Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the chopped lavender and lemon zest.
03 - In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until well combined.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
06 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, then roll each ball in the additional granulated sugar to coat.
07 - Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
08 - Gently flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass.
09 - Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
10 - Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The lavender and lemon dance together in this way that wakes up your tastebuds without being overwhelming or perfumey
  • These cookies have the most tender crumb that practically melts, and they stay soft for days if you can manage not to eat them all immediately
02 -
  • I once grabbed decorative lavender from a craft store and learned the hard way that only culinary lavender belongs in food the flavor was overwhelmingly soapy
  • Chopping the lavender buds right before mixing releases the essential oils that make these cookies sing rather than whisper
03 -
  • If your lavender feels especially potent start with half a tablespoon and taste the raw dough you can always add more but you cannot take it back
  • Room temperature ingredients create the best texture so take everything out of the fridge at least 30 minutes before you start baking

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