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Delicate Lemon Lavender Shortbread Cookies

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Buttery, fragrant shortbread cookies infused with lemon zest and culinary lavender, topped with edible flowers for a whimsical touch. Perfect for tea time or gifting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 2 teaspoons ground culinary lavender buds
  • Zest of 1 medium lemon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • A handful of edible flowers (violas, pansies, or nasturtiums), pesticide-free

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a large bowl, beat 1 cup (226 g) softened unsalted butter with ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 3 minutes until pale and fluffy.
  3. In another bowl, sift together 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons ground culinary lavender, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  4. Stir the zest of one medium lemon into the butter mixture.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, folding gently with a spatula or on low mixer speed until just combined. The dough will be crumbly but should hold together when pressed.
  6. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll it out to about ¼ inch (0.6 cm) thickness. If sticky, chill wrapped in plastic wrap for 10 minutes.
  7. Use a cookie cutter or knife to cut into desired shapes.
  8. Place cookies about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart on the baking sheet. Gently press edible flowers onto the tops without bruising.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until edges start to turn golden. Watch closely from 15 minutes onward.
  10. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use culinary-grade dried lavender and grind lightly for best aroma. Soften butter to spreadable, not melted. Chill dough if sticky before rolling. Press edible flowers gently to avoid bruising. Baking time is critical to avoid dry cookies; watch closely after 15 minutes.

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