Victorian Lavender Cookies With Rose Water Icing Recipe

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of the Victorian era with these delicate lavender cookies! Perfectly complemented by a light and fragrant rose water icing, these cookies are a delightful treat for afternoon tea, a summer veranda gathering, or any special occasion. This recipe, sourced from a historic spice house, yields a generous amount of icing—feel free to halve or quarter the icing recipe to suit your preference. The subtle floral notes of lavender and rose create a truly unforgettable sensory experience.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 837.9 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 4.3 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Victorian Lavender Cookies With Rose Water Icing

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How to Make Victorian Lavender Cookies With Rose Water Icing

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time. Stir in 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Drop rounded teaspoons of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  8. While the cookies bake, prepare the icing: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups powdered sugar, 2-4 tablespoons rose water, and 2-4 tablespoons milk or water until smooth. Add more liquid as needed to reach desired consistency.
  9. Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheets before drizzling with the rose water icing.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

435g

Fat

77g

Carbs

48g

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