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Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies Recipe

Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies Recipe

Lemon Lavender Sandwich Cookies are soft, buttery delights with a floral-citrus twist, featuring lemon-zested cookies and a lavender-infused cream filling. Elegant and aromatic, they’re a perfect fusion of comfort and sophistication for any dessert table.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Servings 12

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:

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

For the Lavender Buttercream Filling:

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

Garnish:

  • Thin slices of lemon
  • Fresh lavender sprigs

Instructions
 

Making the Cookies:

  • Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set them aside.
  • Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Once combined, set the mixture aside.
  • Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together for 2–3 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest, mixing until everything is well combined.
  • Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until everything is incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep the dough tender.
  • Roll and Cut the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to about 1/4 inch thick. Use a round cookie cutter to cut out shapes and place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.

Preparing the Lavender Buttercream:

  • Cream the Butter: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth and creamy.
  • Incorporate the Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar a little at a time, beating until fully combined.
  • Infuse with Lavender: Mix in the finely ground culinary lavender, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Add a few drops of purple food coloring if you'd like to enhance the visual appeal.
  • Whip Until Fluffy: Continue to beat the mixture for another 2 to 3 minutes until it becomes light, fluffy, and easy to pipe or spread.

Assembling the Cookies:

  • Add the Filling: Once the cookies have cooled completely, spread or pipe a generous amount of lavender buttercream onto the bottom of half the cookies.
  • Form the Sandwiches: Top each frosted cookie with a second one, gently pressing down to form sandwich cookies.
  • Top with Extra Buttercream: For added flair, pipe a decorative swirl of lavender buttercream on the top of each sandwich cookie.
  • Garnish: Finish by garnishing each cookie with a thin lemon slice and a fresh lavender sprig for a beautiful and elegant presentation.