Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Lavender Shortbread for Summer Berries. This delectable treat combines the vibrant flavors of lavender and the sweetness of summer berries, creating a symphony of taste that will tantalize your palate. Discover the art of crafting this delightful shortbread, along with variations that cater to different dietary preferences and allergies. Embark on a delightful adventure as you explore recipes for classic shortbread, gluten-free shortbread, and vegan shortbread, all adorned with the enchanting flavors of lavender and summer berries. Find the perfect recipe to suit your dietary needs and preferences, and prepare to delight your taste buds with this irresistible delicacy.
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LAVENDER SHORTBREAD
Lavender flowers can be used fresh or dried in cooking. The flowers have an intense flavor, so they are best used sparingly.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield about 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and 2 teaspoons lavender; cover and set aside at room temperature for 24 hours. , In a bowl, cream butter, sugar and remaining lavender. Combine flour, cornstarch and salt; add to the creamed mixture. Divide dough in half. Cover and refrigerate until easy to handle, 2 hours. , Preheat oven to 325°. On a lightly floured surface, roll out 1 portion of dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut into 1-1/2-in. squares. Repeat with remaining dough. , Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Prick with a fork several times. Bake until edges are lightly browned, 18-22 minutes. Cool for 1 minute before removing to wire racks to cool completely. Sift reserved lavender sugar; discard lavender. Sprinkle cookies with the sugar. Store in airtight containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 90mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
LAVENDER SHORTBREAD
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Cream the butter until soft in a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Add 1/4 cup sugar and mix until incorporated. Stir together the flour, cornstarch, and salt in a medium bowl. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix at low speed just until the ingredients are almost incorporated, then add the lavender, and mix until the dough starts to come together. Flour a work surface, turn the dough onto it, and knead it 5 to 10 times, to bring the dough together and smooth it out.
- Reflour the work surface. With a rolling pin, roll the dough out to a little less than 1/4-inch thick to fit an 8 by 8-inch square baking pan lined with parchment. To transfer to the pan, roll the dough up onto the rolling pin, lift it up, and unroll into the pan. (Or, press the dough thoroughly into the pan with your fingers.) Prick the shortbread all over with a fork, or use a pique-vite (dough docker) if you've got one, to prevent any buckling or shrinking. Sprinkle the surface evenly with 1 tablespoon of the remaining sugar.
- Bake for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, deflate the dough by knocking the pan once against the oven rack then rotate the pan to ensure even cooking and a flat surface. Bake 10 to 15 minutes more, until golden all over and very lightly browned. As soon as it comes out of the oven, sprinkle the surface evenly with the remaining tablespoon of sugar. Let cool about 5 minutes. Using a very sharp knife, cut into 3 rows by 5 rows making about 1 1/2-inch by 3-inch bars. Let cool completely in the pan. Remove from the pan and store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
LAVENDER SHORTBREAD
This is untried by me and comes from The Herb Quarterly, spring 2000 issue. I love lavender!! Cook time includes estimated chill time of 30 minutes.
Provided by Roosie
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 2 batches
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Cream together butter, sugar, lavender and mint with a mixer until light and fluffy.
- Add flour, cornstarch and salt and beat until well mixed.
- Divide dough into two, flatten into discs, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm.
- Roll out dough to 1/2" thickness on a floured board.
- Cut into 1 1/2" squares or into rounds.
- Bake 20-25 minutes on parchment covered cookie sheets, or until golden.
- Let cookies cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a rack to cool completely.
- When completely cool, dust with lavender-flavored powdered sugar (see recipe Lavender Sugar#71901 or Flavored Sugars#53926) or plain powdered sugar would be fine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2132.8, Fat 139.6, SaturatedFat 87.7, Cholesterol 366, Sodium 1513.6, Carbohydrate 207.5, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 67.1, Protein 16.7
LAVENDER SHORTBREAD FOR SUMMER BERRIES
A versatile and easy to make shortbread recipe with added lavender for an elegant and sophisticated taste. Serve these with strawberries or raspberries and lavender cream - for a delectable dessert or an afternoon tea treat! I sprinkle the tops of these shortbreads with my own lavender sugar recipe: Recipe #219416. These also make a wonderful gift - pack them between greaseproof paper and place them in an attractive box or a clear cellaphane bag with a bow.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 12 Shortbreads, 6-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Beat the butter and sugar and lavender essence with an electric whisk until soft and creamy. Work in the flour and rice flour, lemon rind and lavender flowers.
- Press the mixture into a round 20cm/8 inch loose-based cake tin and sprinkle with a little sugar. Bake at 160C/320F/gas 3 for 30-35 minutes until light golden.
- Mark the shortbread into 12 wedges and then leave to cool in the tin.
- Remove very carefully and serve with fresh strawberries or raspberries and whipped lavender cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.1, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 8.6, Cholesterol 35.8, Sodium 2.2, Carbohydrate 30.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 8.4, Protein 2.8
Tips:
- Prepare the Ingredients: Before you start baking, measure and gather all the ingredients so that you have everything you need on hand.
- Use High-Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will affect the final result of your shortbread. Use high-quality butter, flour, and sugar for the best flavor and texture.
- Chill the Dough: Once the dough is mixed, chill it for at least 30 minutes before rolling and baking. This will help the dough hold its shape and prevent it from spreading too much.
- Roll the Dough Evenly: When you're rolling out the dough, make sure to do it evenly so that it's the same thickness all over. This will help the shortbread bake evenly.
- Bake at the Right Temperature: The temperature of your oven is important for baking shortbread. Bake the shortbread at the temperature specified in the recipe so that it doesn't overcook or undercook.
- Let the Shortbread Cool Completely: Once the shortbread is baked, let it cool completely before you cut and serve it. This will help the shortbread hold its shape and prevent it from crumbling.
Conclusion:
Lavender shortbread is a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed on its own or served with a variety of toppings. Whether you're making it for a special occasion or just as a quick and easy snack, these recipes will help you create the perfect lavender shortbread.
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