Delightful Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies
Delight in these tangy and fragrant Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies—perfect for tea time or a sweet treat any day! These cookies combine the bright zest of lemon with the floral notes of lavender for an elegant, aromatic dessert experience.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Electric Mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Baking sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Wire rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp culinary lavender buds finely chopped
- powdered sugar for dusting
- lemon buttercream or lavender icing for filling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the fresh lemon juice and finely chopped culinary lavender buds.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before assembling.
- Spread lemon buttercream or lavender icing between two cookies and sandwich them together.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
For a vegan version, use plant-based butter and a flaxseed egg. For added citrus intensity, mix lemon zest into the dough or filling. Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking for more defined shapes.