Lavender Biscotti Cookies
Lavender Biscotti Cookies are a unique blend of crunchy texture and aromatic floral notes, perfect for enhancing your tea time or impressing guests at gatherings. These delightful cookies combine sweetness with the subtle essence of lavender, creating an unforgettable flavor experience. Easy to make and visually stunning, they are sure to become a staple in your cookie collection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tbsp dried culinary lavender buds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and eggs until smooth. Mix in vanilla extract and lavender buds.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Shape dough into two logs (1 inch high and 3 inches wide) on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before slicing into individual cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in nuts like almonds or hazelnuts. - Serve these biscotti with a side of chocolate for dipping or drizzle melted chocolate on top for an extra indulgent treat.