Lavender & Honey Glazed Shortbread
Lavender & Honey Glazed Shortbread is a delightful fusion of buttery shortbread infused with the delicate fragrance of lavender and finished with a drizzle of golden honey. Each cookie melts in your mouth, making it a perfect treat for tea parties, casual gatherings, or simply enjoying during a quiet afternoon. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures that bakers of all levels can create these elegant cookies that are sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 2 tbsp culinary-grade lavender buds
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the salt, sifted flour, lavender buds, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until edges are lightly golden and fragrant.
- While warm, drizzle honey over each cookie and let cool completely on a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 98
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg