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Lemon Lavender Shortbread with Glaze

This Lemon Lavender Shortbread with Glaze is a sweet and flavorful treat that will tantalize your taste buds. An easy-to-follow recipe yields a crispy and buttery shortbread cookie that is topped with a zesty lemon glaze and a hint of lavender. Perfect for a special occasion or everyday treat, this delectable dessert is sure to please.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cut into cubes
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon lavender extract
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the lemon zest and lavender extract and stir until combined.
4. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into desired shapes. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled shortbread.
8. Enjoy!