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Delicious Lemon Lavender Cookies

These cookies combine tangy lemon and subtle lavender for a delightful treat that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baked Goods
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg At room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Fresh is preferable
  • 2 teaspoons culinary lavender, dried Use fresh if available for better flavor
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and lavender.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully combined.
  6. Drop tablespoons of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week or frozen for longer storage. For a chewier texture, let the cookie dough chill in the fridge before baking.