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If you're looking for a super easy, slightly fancy, and totally delicious dessert, these Lemon Lavender Cookie Bars are it! They start with a shortcut, but trust me, they taste homemade. A little lemon zest and juice brighten up the dough, and the real magic happens with the lavender-infused buttercream frosting. It’s rich, creamy and gives these bars a subtle floral twist that feels straight out of a bakery.
They’re perfect for spring brunches, bridal showers, tea parties, or just because you want a sweet treat that feels a little extra special. Plus, they come together with minimal effort, because who doesn’t love a dessert that looks fancy but is actually super simple? Give them a try, and get ready for major compliments!
Frequently Asked Questions
Lemon Lavender Cookie Bars
- Prep Time 30 min
- Total 60 min
- Servings 16
- Ingredients 13
Ingredients
Cookie Bars
- 1 pouch (17.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ Sugar Cookie Mix
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Frosting
- 1 tablespoon dried lavender
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Purple gel food color from 1 box Betty Crocker™ Neon Gel Food Color, if desired
Instructions
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Step1
Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, mix cookie mix, 1/2 cup butter, egg, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice until well combined and soft dough forms.
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Step2
Press dough into a parchment-lined 13x9-inch pan. Bake 22 to 24 minutes or until edges are golden brown (center will look soft). Cool completely on cooling rack.
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Step3
Meanwhile, add your lavender to your cream, and let set for 5 to 10 minutes to steep. Strain out the lavender leaves.
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Step4
Stir together your 1/2 cup butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and lavender-infused cream. Add a small dot of purple food color if you want the frosting to be lavender colored.
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Step5
Once your lemon cookie bars have cooled, top with your lemon lavender frosting and let chill. Cut into bars, share, and enjoy!!
