Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies Recipe
Delicate and aromatic, these Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the zesty flavor of lemon with the floral notes of lavender. These cookies are perfect for special occasions or as a sweet indulgence any day.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 16 sandwich cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cookies:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
Lavender Buttercream:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon culinary lavender, finely ground
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A few drops of purple food coloring (optional)
Garnish:
- Thin lemon slices
- Fresh lavender sprigs
Instructions
- Making the Cookies: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Cream softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, and lemon zest. Gradually mix in dry ingredients. Roll out dough, cut out cookies, and bake for 8-10 minutes.
- Preparing the Lavender Buttercream: Beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar. Mix in culinary lavender, cream, vanilla, and food coloring. Beat until fluffy.
- Assembling the Cookies: Spread lavender buttercream on half the cookies. Top with another cookie to create a sandwich. Pipe buttercream on top, garnish with lemon slice and lavender sprig.
Notes
- For a stronger lavender flavor, steep the culinary lavender in the heavy cream before adding to the buttercream.
- Adjust the amount of food coloring to achieve the desired hue.
- Store the sandwich cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies, Lavender Buttercream, Cookie Sandwiches, Dessert Recipe
