Description

Indulge in the enchanting flavors of Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies, where zesty lemon meets fragrant lavender in a buttery cookie that melts in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies bring sunshine to your gatherings and are sure to impress friends and family alike. With a simple preparation process, you can easily create these delightful treats and savor their unique taste.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
Zest of 1 lemon
2 tbsp dried culinary lavender flowers
2 large eggs
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 cup powdered sugar (for filling/dusting)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
Mix in lemon zest and dried lavender until evenly distributed.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in fresh lemon juice.
In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually add to the wet mixture while folding gently.
Drop dough onto lined baking sheets, leaving space between cookies. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Cool on wire racks.
For the filling, beat together softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Spread or pipe filling between two cookie halves.
Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich cookie (30g)
Calories: 150
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting lemon zest with orange zest or incorporating white chocolate chips. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week; warm briefly in the microwave before serving.