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Description
These delicate lavender cookies offer a unique floral aroma and a subtle sweetness. Perfect for a tea party or a special treat, they are easy to make and visually appealing.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon culinary lavender buds, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Additional granulated sugar for rolling (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, chopped lavender buds, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined and a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
- Divide the dough in half, flatten each half into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Cut out cookies using your desired cookie cutters. If you want, dip one side of each cookie in additional granulated sugar.
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between them.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Repeat with the remaining dough.
Notes
- Ensure you use culinary-grade lavender, as other types may be too strong or contain pesticides.
- For a stronger lavender flavor, you can infuse the butter with lavender before mixing. Gently heat the butter with the lavender buds, then strain and chill before using.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- The dough can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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