Lemon and Rosemary Shortbread Cookies with Glaze

This dish supports balanced everyday eating with simple ingredients.
It offers steady energy while remaining light but satisfying.
Lemon brings brightness and fresh flavor to the cookies.
Rosemary adds a subtle, aromatic depth without heaviness.
A simple baked treat that fits naturally into mindful daily routines.
Ideal for maintaining a steady plant-forward lifestyle.

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Lemon and Rosemary Shortbread Cookies with Glaze

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Lemon and rosemary shortbread cookies with glaze. A simple plant-forward treat with bright citrus flavor and soft texture.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 12

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 148

Ingredients Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup butter or plant-based butter, softened
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar for glaze
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice for glaze
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

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Cooking Instructions

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a bowl, mix butter and sugar until smooth.
3. Add lemon zest, rosemary, and vanilla extract.
4. Stir in flour until a dough forms.
5. Shape dough into a log or flatten slightly.
6. Slice or cut into desired shapes.
7. Place on a baking sheet.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden.
9. Mix powdered sugar with lemon juice to form glaze.
10. Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 148kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 62mgPotassium: 21mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 293IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mg

Notes

• Use finely chopped rosemary for even flavor
• Do not overbake to keep cookies tender
• Let cookies cool before adding glaze

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