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Lavender Honey Shortbread Cookies

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Delicate and buttery shortbread cookies infused with floral lavender and sweet honey, perfect for afternoon tea or gifting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour
  • ⅓ cup (113 grams) honey
  • 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender, finely ground
  • ½ cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Place 1 tablespoon of dried lavender buds into a spice grinder or food processor. Pulse until finely ground, about 1-2 minutes. Alternatively, crush with a mortar and pestle.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter and ⅓ cup honey with an electric mixer or hand whisk for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in ½ cup powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ¼ teaspoon salt until just combined.
  4. Sift together 2 cups all-purpose flour and the finely ground lavender. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until dough comes together. Add 1 teaspoon milk or cream if dough is too dry.
  5. Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and press into a ½ inch thick rectangle. Cut into bars, squares, or use cookie cutters. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet with 1 inch spacing.
  6. Chill the baking sheet with dough pieces in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Bake cookies for 18-22 minutes until edges are just golden. Watch closely after 18 minutes to avoid over-browning.
  8. Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Optionally drizzle with extra honey while warm.

Notes

Grind lavender finely to avoid gritty texture. Chill dough before baking to maintain shape and improve texture. Watch oven closely near end of baking to prevent over-browning. For crisper cookies, bake 2-3 minutes longer. Microwave dough briefly if it cracks when shaping.

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