Welcome to the GND Recipes Library! Shortbread is a classic, but pressing a dehydrated lemon slice into the dough transforms it into an artisanal masterpiece you'd find in a high-end European bakery. The lemon slice bakes right into the cookie, offering a chewy, tart contrast to the sweet, buttery crumb.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 45 Minutes (includes chilling)

• Servings: 12-14 Cookies

• Difficulty: Medium

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)

• 1/2 cup Powdered sugar

• 2 cups All-purpose flour

• 1 tsp Culinary dried lavender (crushed)

• 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract

• GND Yellow Lemon Slices

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cream: Beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla and crushed lavender.

2. Form Dough: Gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms. Roll the dough into a log, wrap in plastic, and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.

3. Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

4. Slice & Decorate: Cut the chilled log into 1/2-inch thick slices. Press one GND Yellow Lemon Slice firmly into the center of each cookie.

5. Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are just barely golden. Let cool completely on a wire rack.

💡 GND Pro-Tip: Because GND Yellow Lemon Slices are fully dehydrated, they won't bleed moisture into your shortbread dough. They sit perfectly on top, baking into a stunning, edible stained-glass window that tastes as good as it looks. 👉 Shop GND Yellow Lemon Slices