Shortbread cookies are a timeless classic and you can easily put a twist on them by experimenting with different flavor combos. Lemon shortbread cookies are definitely one of the most popular variations on the market and these tips will help you make them even more refreshing and delicious.
Ditch the Pith
If zesting the lemon skin happens to be one of the steps in your cookie-making journey, pay extra close attention to the pith. This white inner part of lemon’s pulpy interior has a pretty bitter taste, so it’s time to stop zesting your lemon once you reach it so you wouldn’t ruin the flavor of your cookies.
Lemon Bonanza
Lemon zest is usually the main ingredient of lemon shortbread cookies, but it’s not the only one you can use to boost their flavor. Lemon juice and lemon extract can also take this dessert to new heights, and you should even consider mixing lemon zest with sugar so it would take on a zesty aroma.
Different Flavors
Lemon will take your shortbread cookies to new heights, but who says you should stop there? There are many flavor combos worth trying that complement lemon perfectly, from poppy seeds and blueberries to fresh rosemary and dried lavender flowers.
