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Mother's Day Lemon Lavender Shortbread Cookies

Mother’s Day Lemon Lavender Shortbread

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Delight in these Lemon Lavender Shortbread Cookies, a fragrant treat perfect for Mother’s Day. Easy to make, they offer a zesty twist that will impress every mom.

  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: About 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp culinary lavender buds
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the lemon zest and culinary lavender until evenly combined.
  4. Sift together the all-purpose flour and salt, then gently fold into the butter mixture until just combined.
  5. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
  6. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until edges are lightly golden while centers remain soft. Allow cooling slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.

Notes

  • For variation, substitute lemon zest with orange zest or add a pinch of sea salt for extra flavor.
  •  Ensure you use culinary-grade lavender for the best taste.
  • Author: Sophie
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: <1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg