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Lilac Sugar Cookies

Lilac Sugar Cookies: Delightfully Floral Spring Treats

Lilac Sugar Cookies are enchanting floral treats perfect for celebrating spring with their delightful aroma and whimsical flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup lilac sugar can substitute with regular granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs always use large for consistent results
  • 1/4 cup lilac syrup can substitute with lilac extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour avoid whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances overall flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensure freshness
  • 1/2 cup lilac petals gather from untreated bushes
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup confectioner’s sugar mix with lilac syrup for flavor
  • a few drops purple food coloring optional for visual appeal
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup lilac petals use clean, untreated petals

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire Rack
  • sifter
  • Spoon or piping bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened unsalted butter and lilac sugar until light and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Pour in the lilac syrup and blend until smooth.
  4. Sift together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet mixture, stirring gently.
  5. Fold in the lilac petals delicately to avoid bruising.
  6. Shape heaping tablespoons of dough into balls and flatten to about 1/4 inch thick before placing on baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 10 minutes until light golden edges with a slightly soft center.
  8. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Mix confectioner’s sugar with lilac syrup and food coloring until smooth. Adjust consistency as needed.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over cookies and top with additional lilac petals while glaze is still wet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Use clean, untreated lilac petals for best flavor. Sift dry ingredients for a smoother dough. Let cookies cool completely before glazing.

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