How do I infuse lavender into my shortbread cookies?

Learn the secret to adding a touch of floral elegance to your shortbread cookies! Our Lavender infusion technique is a game-changer.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I infuse lavender into my shortbread cookies. Items include: all-purpose flour powdered sugar unsalted butter culinary lavender vanilla extract salt

all-purpose flour 2 cups
powdered sugar 1/2 cup
unsalted butter 1 cup (softened)
culinary lavender 1 tbsp
vanilla extract 1/2 tsp
salt a pinch

Take note
Caution: Lavender is a potent herb, so be sure to use it sparingly. Also, make sure you're using culinary lavender, as other varieties may not be safe for consumption.

1

Gather Your Ingredients

To infuse lavender into your shortbread cookies, you'll need the following ingredients: 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of powdered sugar, 1 cup of unsalted butter (softened), 1 tbsp of culinary lavender, 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.

2

Prepare the Lavender

Measure out 1 tablespoon of culinary lavender and place it in a small bowl. Crush the lavender gently with your fingers to release its fragrance.

3

Infuse the Butter

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, add the crushed lavender to the butter and stir well. Let the mixture sit for about 15 minutes to allow the lavender’s flavor to infuse into the butter.

4

Combine the Dry Ingredients

In a separate mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt. Whisk them together until they're well blended.

5

Mix the Dough

Pour the lavender-infused butter and the vanilla extract into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir everything together until a soft dough forms. It should be crumbly but come together when pressed.

6

Shape and Chill the Dough

Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a log. Wrap both logs tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate them for at least 1 hour or until firm. Chilling the dough will help it hold its shape while baking.

7

Preheat and Slice

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Remove the chilled dough logs from the refrigerator and slice them into 1/4 inch thick rounds. Place the rounds onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving a little space between each cookie.

8

Bake to Perfection

Pop the baking sheet into the preheated oven and let the cookies bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. Keep an eye on them to avoid over-browning.

9

Cool and Enjoy

Once the cookies are baked to perfection, remove them from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack. Once they've reached room temperature, they're ready to be devoured! Enjoy these delicate, lavender-infused shortbread cookies alongside a cup of tea or coffee.