Description
Delicate, crisp cookies infused with floral lavender and sweet honey—perfectly golden and ideal for afternoon tea or a light dessert.
Ingredients
1½ cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp fine salt
2 tbsp dried culinary lavender buds
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
⅓ cup honey (plus extra for drizzling)
½ cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment.
Whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and lavender in a bowl.
In a separate bowl, cream butter, honey, and sugar until fluffy (2–3 minutes).
Beat in egg, vanilla, and lemon zest.
Mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
Scoop dough onto baking sheets (1 tbsp each), flatten slightly.
Bake 10–12 minutes until golden at edges and set in center.
Cool on racks and drizzle with honey if desired.
Notes
Lemon zest adds brightness.
Add almond extract or sprinkle coarse sugar before baking.
Best enjoyed fresh; avoid freezing for optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Tea Time
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Floral-Inspired
