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Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies Recipe

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These Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies combine a delicate citrus-flavored cookie with a fragrant lavender buttercream, perfect for an elegant treat or special occasion.

Ingredients

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Cookies

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon

Lavender Buttercream

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon culinary lavender, finely ground
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • A few drops of purple food coloring (optional)

Garnish

  • Thin lemon slices
  • Fresh lavender sprigs

Instructions

  1. Making the Cookies: Preheat Your Oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest, mixing until fully incorporated. Combine the Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix. Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter to cut out the cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheets. Bake: Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
  2. Preparing the Lavender Buttercream: Cream the Butter: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Add the Dry Ingredients: Gradually add in the powdered sugar, a little at a time, until fully incorporated. Infuse with Lavender: Mix in the ground culinary lavender, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. If desired, add a few drops of purple food coloring for a lovely lavender hue. Beat Until Fluffy: Continue to beat the mixture until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Assembling the Cookies: Fill the Cookies: Once the cookies are completely cool, spread or pipe a generous layer of lavender buttercream onto the flat side of half the cookies. Create the Sandwiches: Place another cookie on top, gently pressing down to create a sandwich. Add Lavender Buttercream on Top: Pipe a small swirl of lavender buttercream on the top of each assembled sandwich cookie for an extra touch of flavor and elegance. Garnish: Decorate the top of each cookie with a thin lemon slice and a fresh lavender sprig for an elegant touch.

Notes

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