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Iced Lemon Lavender Shortbread Cookies

Iced Lemon Lavender Shortbread Cookies for Sweet Serenity

Iced Lemon Lavender Shortbread Cookies offer a delightful escape with zesty lemon and floral lavender, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Baked Goods
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar for melt-in-your-mouth consistency
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar balances sweetness
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour provides structure
  • ¼ teaspoon salt enhances flavors
  • 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice adds a zesty kick
  • 2 teaspoon lemon zest intensifies flavor
  • 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender infuses floral notes
For the Icing
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for a smooth glaze
  • 2-3 tablespoon fresh lemon juice for consistency and flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare a mixing bowl and baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Gradually add all-purpose flour and salt to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  4. Stir in fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and dried culinary lavender until evenly distributed.
  5. Shape the dough into a log, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
  6. Once chilled, slice the dough into ¼-inch thick rounds and place on the baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden.
  8. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
  9. Whisk together powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice to make the icing.
  10. Drizzle the icing over cooled cookies and sprinkle with additional lavender if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Properly chill the dough for at least 30 minutes. Avoid overmixing to ensure tender cookies. Store cookies in an airtight container.

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