Description
These Perfect Matcha Lavender Sugar Cookies combine the earthy, vibrant flavor of matcha powder with the floral notes of culinary lavender to create a unique and delightful treat. Soft, buttery, and subtly sweet, these cookies are perfect for afternoon tea or a special dessert.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon matcha powder
- 1 tablespoon culinary lavender
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the proper temperature for baking the cookies evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, matcha powder, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and flavoring agents.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color, which usually takes about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Beat in the large egg and vanilla extract into the butter and sugar mixture until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently or mixing on low speed just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
- Fold in Lavender: Gently fold the culinary lavender into the dough ensuring it is evenly distributed but not crushed.
- Shape Dough Balls: Using a tablespoon, scoop and drop rounded balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges of the cookies turn lightly golden brown.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before enjoying to let them set properly.
Notes
- For a stronger lavender flavor, gently crush the lavender buds before folding them into the dough.
- Be careful not to overmix the dough to keep the cookies tender.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- You can substitute matcha powder with another green tea powder if needed, but it will slightly alter the flavor.
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming and better texture.
