Exquisite Lavender Shortbread Cookies
Savor the delicate flavors of these exquisite lavender-infused shortbread cookies. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and lemon, these treats will captivate your taste buds with each bite. Ideal for a refined afternoon tea or as a thoughtful gift for a loved one.
Ingredients
Ingredients | |
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| 1 | cup unsalted butter, softened |
| ⅔ | cup granulated sugar |
| 1 | teaspoon vanilla extract |
| ¼ | teaspoon lemon extract |
| 2 | cups all-purpose flour, sifted |
| 1 | tablespoon dried lavender flowers |
| ⅛ | teaspoon salt |
Instructions
Preparation of Dough | |
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| 1. | Cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon extract. |
| 2. | Mix in the sifted all-purpose flour, dried lavender flowers, and a pinch of salt. If the dough is sticky, incorporate an additional 1/4 cup of flour until the dough is soft and non-sticky. |
| 3. | Chill the dough for 1-2 hours. |
Baking Instructions | |
| 1. | Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). |
| 2. | On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. |
| 3. | Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on an ungreased cookie sheet. |
| 4. | Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges. |
| 5. | Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 127.8 kcal |
| Protein | 1.2 g |
| Fat | 7.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 13.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.3 g |
| Sugar | 5.6 g |
Published on Aug 08, 2024 by Luminița