Description
Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies are a refreshing treat that combines the zesty brightness of lemon with the delicate floral notes of lavender. These soft, buttery cookies, sandwiched with a creamy lemon-lavender filling, are perfect for any occasion—be it afternoon tea or a casual picnic. Their delightful flavor and stunning presentation will impress friends and family alike, making them an unforgettable addition to your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp dried culinary lavender
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for filling)
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in lemon zest and dried lavender until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and a pinch of salt; gradually incorporate into the butter mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden around the edges.
- For the filling, combine powdered sugar and lemon juice in a bowl until creamy. Once cookies are cool, spread filling between two cookies to form sandwiches.
- 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: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg