Iced Lemon Lavender Shortbread Cookies
These delightful Iced Lemon Lavender Shortbread Cookies combine the bright flavor of lemon with the aromatic essence of lavender, resulting in a perfectly balanced treat. The sweet icing complements the buttery texture of the shortbread, making them an elegant addition to any dessert table.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 electric mixer or whisk
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 rolling pin
- 1 cookie cutters optional
- 1 cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure the butter is softened at room temperature for easier mixing.
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon dried lavender buds Use sparingly as it can be quite potent.
- 1 zest lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- additional lavender for garnishing (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer or whisk.
- Add the lemon zest, vanilla extract, and dried lavender to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes, or simply cut into squares if preferred.
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on a cooling rack.
- While the cookies cool, prepare the icing by mixing the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Adjust the consistency as necessary by adding either more powdered sugar or lemon juice.
- Drizzle the icing over the cooled cookies and garnish with additional lavender if desired.
- Allow the icing to set before serving.
Notes
Ensure the butter is softened at room temperature for easier mixing.
You can increase or decrease the amount of lavender based on your preference, but use it sparingly as it can be quite potent.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.