Description
Delicate, buttery cookies with a bright citrus flavor and subtle lavender aroma, filled with tangy lemon curd. Perfect for tea time or special occasions, these elegant cookies balance floral and zesty notes in every bite.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1–1.5 tsp dried culinary lavender, finely ground
1 tbsp lemon zest
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp almond extract (optional)
1/4 tsp salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4–1/2 cup lemon curd (store-bought or homemade)
1 cup powdered sugar (for optional glaze)
2–3 tbsp lemon juice (for optional glaze)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
Line baking sheets with parchment paper
Grind dried culinary lavender into a fine powder
In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy
Mix in lemon zest, ground lavender, vanilla extract, optional almond extract, and salt until combined
Gradually add flour, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms
Divide dough into 1-inch balls, placing on parchment-lined sheets
Press thumb into center of each ball to create a well
Fill indentations with spoonfuls of lemon curd
Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden at edges but tender in centers
Transfer to wire rack to cool completely
Optional glaze: sift powdered sugar into a bowl, whisk in lemon juice gradually, drizzle over cooled cookies
Notes
Ensure vanilla and almond extracts are non-alcoholic to meet dietary restrictions
Use culinary lavender (not culinary herbs) for best flavor
Fillings can be adjusted for a runnier or drier texture
Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American