Delicate Lavender Lemon Shortbread Cookies Easy Homemade Recipe with White Chocolate Drizzle
These delicate lavender lemon shortbread cookies combine a buttery crumb with subtle floral notes and bright lemon zest, finished with a luscious white chocolate drizzle. Perfect for tea time, gifts, or a comforting treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (90 grams) powdered sugar
- 2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon culinary lavender, finely ground
- Zest of 1 large lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup (90 grams) white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Grind 1 tablespoon of culinary lavender finely using a spice grinder or mortar and pestle.
- In a large bowl, cream 1 cup softened unsalted butter with 3/4 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in lemon zest, vanilla extract, finely ground lavender, and a pinch of salt until just combined.
- Gradually add 2 cups all-purpose flour, mixing gently until dough comes together but remains soft and crumbly.
- Form dough into a 2-inch diameter log, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Slice chilled dough into 1/4-inch thick rounds and arrange on prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until edges begin to turn golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool cookies on baking sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
- Melt 1/2 cup white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
- Drizzle melted white chocolate over cooled cookies using a spoon or small piping bag.
- Let drizzle set at room temperature or refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up.
Notes
Chill dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading and maintain tender crumb. Grind lavender finely to avoid bitterness. Use fresh lemon zest for best flavor. Avoid overbaking to keep cookies soft. Melt white chocolate in short bursts to prevent burning. Dust knife with flour if dough is sticky when slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Protein: 1
Keywords: lavender cookies, lemon shortbread, white chocolate drizzle, easy cookies, homemade shortbread, floral cookies, tea time treats