Description
Lavender Shortbread Cookies are delicate, buttery treats infused with subtle floral notes from culinary lavender. They have a tender, crumbly texture and a lightly sweet flavor, making them perfect for tea time, gifting, or elegant homemade desserts.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon culinary dried lavender, finely ground
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- If needed, lightly grind dried lavender to release its aroma.
- Cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together in a large bowl until light and smooth.
- Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, ground lavender, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
- Shape dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 30–45 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out dough to about 1/4-inch thickness and cut into desired shapes.
- Place cookies on baking sheet with space between each.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use only culinary-grade lavender for safe consumption.
- Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender and crumbly.
- Chilling the dough helps prevent spreading during baking.
- Cookies should remain pale with only lightly golden edges.
- Optional additions include lemon zest, glaze, or chocolate dipping.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Scottish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
