If you’re a fan of lavender lemonade, get ready for your taste buds to dance! Our lavender lemonade sugar cookies are the perfect delight for any summer occasion—whether it’s a shower, picnic, or BBQ. Who can resist the classic sugar cookie, especially when it’s been elevated with a fresh burst of lemon and a floral hint of lavender? Get ready, because this recipe is destined to be your go-to treat this summer.
birth of a summer favorite
At our house, cookies are always a hit—especially sugar cookies with their irresistible crunchy exterior and chewy inside. One sunny afternoon, I looked at a lemon and thought, This reminds me of a bright summer day! Then I saw my flower garden and thought, Why not combine lavender and lemon? The result is a cookie that perfectly balances zesty lemon with a delicate floral hint, taking your taste buds on a delightful journey.
Ingredients for Lemon Lavender Sugar Cookies
Dairy-Free Butter: Perfect for those with dairy sensitivities, ensuring everyone can indulge.
Sugar: Brings that classic sugar cookie texture we all love.
Gluten-Free Flour: I use Jenn’s 1:1 Gluten-Free Blend. If you try other gluten-free flour mixes, let us know how they bake up!
Eggs: Farm-fresh, if possible—the yolks are richer and nothing beats the freshness.
Lemon Vitality Oil: Concentrated lemon flavor that needs just a few drops. Remember, not all essential oils are created equal, and safe ingestion is key. Learn more about the oils I use.
Lavender Vitality Oil: A little goes a long way! Be cautious not to overdo it, or it can taste soapy.
Can I Make These Cookies Ahead of Time?
Absolutely! I often bake these cookies a day in advance and pop them in the freezer once cooled. This hides them from my family—and myself—because they are irresistible!
Freezing the Cookies
If you can get them to last, these cookies freeze beautifully. Store them in a freezer-safe dish or zip bag for up to 3 months. Honestly, we enjoy eating them straight from the freezer just as much as fresh off the baking sheet.
Lavender lemonade sugar cookie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Softened Dairy-Free Butter
- 2 drops of Lavender Vitality Oil for cookie batter+ 1 Drop reserved for rolling sugar
- 5 drops of Lemon Vitality Oil
- 1 1/2 C Sugar for cookie batter + 1/4 C reserved for rolling sugar
- 1 Egg
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
- 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
- 2 3/4 Cups Jenn's 1 to 1 Gluten-Free All- Purpose Flour or your favorite Gluten-Free Flour Blend
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 375* and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a stand mixer beat butter, 2 drops lavender, 5 drops lemon vitality oils, egg, and sugar.
3. Then pour baking soda and baking powder into the gluten-free flour mixture and stir until combined and set aside.
4. In a small jar combine 1 drop of lavender vitality oil with 1/4 cup of sugar this will be the sugar you roll the cookie into. Shake the jar well to ensure the lavender blends well with the sugar. Pour sugar into a shallow bowl for rolling cookies.
5. Measure cookie dough out with a cookie scoop and then roll it in the lavender sugar and place it onto the baking sheet.
6. Bake for 8 minutes and remove from oven. Let cool on a baking sheet for 2 minutes and then move to a cooling rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container on the counter or for longer storage place in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Notes:
Remember, not all essential oils are created equal, and safe ingestion is key. Learn more about the oils I use.
Fun Variations to Try:
Orange Lavender: Omit the lemon vitality oil and add 6 drops of orange vitality.
Snickerdoodle: Omit the lemon and lavender, and add 1-2 drops of cinnamon vitality essential oil to your rolling sugar.
Lavender Limeade: Replace the lemon vitality oil with lime.
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