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almond lavender butter cookies

Almond Lavender Butter Cookies for a Blissful Treat

These almond lavender butter cookies are a delightful fusion of nutty and floral flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 39 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Butter Salted for extra flavor
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Adds sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Can substitute with vanilla extract
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binding agent
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour No substitutions required unless gluten-free
  • 1/2 cup Almonds (Sliced, Crushed) Can substitute with chopped pecans
  • 2 tablespoons Edible Lavender Ensure food grade

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Parchment-lined cookie sheet
  • Spring-loaded scoop

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Gather ingredients and equipment.
  2. Cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add egg and almond extract, mixing on low until combined, about 30 seconds.
  4. Gradually add half of the all-purpose flour, mixing gently. Then add the remaining flour until just incorporated.
  5. Fold in crushed almonds and edible lavender until evenly distributed.
  6. Scoop rounded tablespoons of cookie dough onto a parchment-lined cookie sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until edges are lightly golden. Remove and allow to cool on a wire rack.
  8. Dust cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use culinary lavender, measure ingredients accurately, and avoid overmixing. Chill the dough if too soft before scooping.

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