Description
These lemon lavender sandwich cookies feature buttery lemon cookies filled with light lavender buttercream — a delicate treat for spring gatherings.
Ingredients
- Lemon 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 large lemon
- Lavender Buttercream Filling:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon finely ground culinary lavender
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 2 drops natural purple food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add the egg, vanilla, and lemon zest, and beat until fully incorporated.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into rounds using a 2-inch cookie cutter.
- Place cookies on prepared sheets, spacing them 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, until edges are set but not browned. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- For the buttercream, beat butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until fluffy.
- Add lavender, heavy cream, vanilla, and optional coloring. Beat 2 minutes more until creamy and spreadable.
- To assemble, spread or pipe 1 tablespoon of buttercream onto the flat side of a cookie. Top with another cookie and press gently to sandwich.
- Optional: Pipe a small swirl of buttercream on top and garnish with a small lemon slice or lavender bud.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.
- Bring to room temperature before serving for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American