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A stack of Glazed Lemon Lavender Cookies with a smooth white citrus icing and dried lavender buds on top.
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Glazed Lemon Lavender Cookies

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 128kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all -purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large eg g
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender, finely ground
  • 1 1/2 cups confectioners ' sugar
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt until evenly distributed.
  • Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until pale and fluffy, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add the egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and ground lavender; continue mixing until fully incorporated.
  • Reduce the mixer speed to low and gradually add the flour mixture, mixing only until no dry streaks remain.
  • Wrap the dough in plastic film and refrigerate for 30 to 45 minutes to firm up.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Form the chilled dough into 1-inch spheres and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheets.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are very lightly browned while the centers remain pale.
  • Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the confectioners' sugar and lemon juice until a smooth, pourable glaze forms.
  • Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and allow it to set for 20 minutes before serving.