Delicious, homemade lavender shortbread cookies. Perfect with tea or ice cream.
I’ve had dried lavender burning a hole in my pantry for ages, so I decided it was time to make something yummy. Once I started looking for ideas, I was amazed to discover that there’s an entire cookbook dedicated to lavender. This book is full of delicious sounding savory and sweet recipes, divided by seasons. I plan to start making my way through The Lavender Cookbook as soon as I get my hands on a copy. But for the moment, I’ve modified my current shortbread recipe to make these lavender shortbread cookies.
Lavender Shortbread Cookies
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed and at room temperature
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 teaspoon dried lavender, chopped very finely
- 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Chop the lavender or, even better, use a spice grinder to get it to a fine spice consistency.
- Cream the butter, sugar and salt in a stand mixer on medium-high until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla and lavender, then lower the speed and slowly add the flour until the dough is combined.
- Roll the dough tightly in plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least an hour, or until the butter firms up. You can speed up the process by using the freezer.
- Roll out the dough to around 1/2 inch thick. I rolled it in between 2 sheets of parchment paper, which isn't essential but really helps avoid a mess and keep the dough smooth.
- Using a cookie cutter, cut dough into rounds and then place them on a sheet tray covered with parchment. Roll the excess scraps in a ball and repeat the process until you have used all the dough.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes for 350 degrees F, or until lightly golden on top. Allow to cool to room temperature.
Notes
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Marilyn Zembo Day says
My copy of THE LAVENDER COOKBOOK came from Amazon today. Instead of making lavender shortbread, I took author Sharon Shipley’s advice and added dried lavender to a vanilla cupcake recipe from the MORE FROM MAGNOLIA: RECIPES FROM THE WORLD-FAMOUS BAKERY AND ALLYSA TOREY’S HOME KITCHEN. Then I wanted to frost them with the Marscapone Lavender Frosting from THE LAVENDER COOKBOOK, thinking I had all the ingredients. Wrong. So I substituted & added things and, voila, my own version. I’ll post it on my blog soon (but I’m behind in posting– pictures downloaded but it’s so time-consuming to pull it all together – could be a week or more before I get to this one!). Thanks for the lavender inspiration though!
Needle and Fork says
I’m not so keen on lavender.. but this looks and sounds delicious!!!
christinajane says
You are way too nice about my blog! Your photos are so clear and stunning. Like this one. There is lavender growing in the neighbour’s garden – surely they won’t notice a few sprigs missing :P These cookies would be perfect for a pre-christmas gift. I presume they last alright in an airtight container.
Savory Simple says
Thank you so much! Shortbread cookies should stay for a good while, longer than regular cookies since there are no eggs.
beaubasinger says
Great idea!! Thanks :)
Journey to Me says
Love you blog.
Looking forward to trying some of your recipes!
Jodie
matchaflan says
i love shortbread cookies and have seen lavender being used in dishes before, but this is the first time I saw shortbread cookies and lavender. Wonderful idea! Will get my hands on some dried lavender and try this one!
goldcoastlocal says
They look delicious, I have just ordered English Lavender seeds to grow for using in cakes and biscuits. I read somewhere the other day that English Lavender is the best to use in food as the others have to much camphor in them. I first came across Lavender scones and cakes in a novel about a detective and her friends coffe/garden shop. I would love to get my hands on the Lavender cookbook.
Cheers RosieG
Carlotta says
Hi!
The recipe calls for fresh lavender.
Is it ok to use dried flowers instead?
Thanks and congrats, your blog is inspiring!
Savory Simple says
That was actually I typo which I just fixed. You can use dried lavender.
Carlotta says
Thanks again for such a prompt reply.
Savory Simple says
Sure! I have the WordPress app for my phone and I check it obsessively after posting a new entry.
Radhika says
Aah, now I can find some use for the lavender sachet that lies hidden in the cupboard.. :)
spoonwithme says
I was looking for a lavender shortbread recipe this summer. My lavender plants went crazy this year! Now I can use the dried lavender to make these–they look and sound delicious!
The Domestic Rebel says
Love the photo–beautiful! I’ve never had lavender in anything but I’m so intrigued! I’ll have to make these :)
johnzurZur says
Thanks for checking out my blog! Love yours!
piecurious says
These are absolutely stunning, I can’t take my eyes off them!
Homes N Things says
That pic looks amazing, if only I have more talent in the kitchen to create this beautiful recipe!
Donkey Whisperer Farm says
Love your blog!