Description
Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly balance the zesty brightness of lemon with the floral notes of lavender. These soft, buttery cookies are filled with a smooth lemon filling, making them an ideal accompaniment for tea parties or a sweet indulgence any day. With their vibrant colors and unique flavor profile, these cookies are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp dried culinary lavender (food-grade)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Add egg, lemon zest, and dried lavender; mix until combined.
- Gradually sift in all-purpose flour, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets, flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden; cool on wire racks.
- For filling, whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, and a pinch of lavender until smooth.
- Spread filling on one cookie and sandwich with another.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg