Description
These delicate Lavender Sugar Cookies combine fragrant floral notes of lavender with a buttery, tender cookie base. Lightly coated in a mixture of dried lavender and sugar, these cookies are perfect for tea time or a charming treat that balances sweet and aromatic flavors.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 330 grams all purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 226 grams melted unsalted butter (slightly cooled)
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 egg yolk (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lavender extract
Coating
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp dried lavender
Instructions
- Prepare the oven and pans: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined. Set aside.
- Combine butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the slightly cooled melted butter with 200 grams granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add eggs and extracts: Vigorously whisk the large egg, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and lavender extract into the butter mixture until the mixture becomes homogeneous and has a paste-like texture.
- Incorporate flour: Fold half of the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients gently until only a few streaks of flour remain, then fold in the rest until no streaks remain to form a consistent cookie dough. Set aside.
- Prepare lavender sugar coating: In a small bowl, mix together 50 grams granulated sugar and 3 tablespoons dried lavender for the coating.
- Portion the dough: Using a medium-sized cookie scoop, portion the dough into balls. Roll each scoop into a smooth round ball to ensure even coating.
- Coat the dough balls: Roll each cookie dough ball in the lavender sugar mixture until thoroughly coated. Place each coated ball onto the lined baking sheet with 1 to 2 inches spacing to allow spreading during baking.
- Bake the cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 13 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden and set, and the centers are puffed.
- Cool the cookies: Allow the cookies to cool on the hot baking tray for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire cooling rack to cool completely before serving and enjoying.
Notes
- For best texture, ensure the melted butter is cooled slightly before mixing with sugar to avoid cooking the eggs when combined.
- Room temperature eggs help create a smoother batter and better texture.
- Dried lavender used for coating should be culinary grade to ensure it is safe and palatable.
- Do not overbake to keep the centers tender and soft; cookies should be just set and edges lightly golden.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness and aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Lavender sugar cookies, floral cookies, butter cookies, aromatic cookies, tea time cookies
