Lavender Lemon Bars

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x12 inch baking dish. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the lavender sugar: In a blender or food processor, combine the granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons of dried lavender buds. Blend until the lavender is finely powdered and evenly distributed throughout the sugar. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins In a large bowl, cream together 1/4 cup of the lavender sugar, softened butter, and coconut oil using an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Gradually add 2 cups of all-purpose flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins Bake the crust in the preheated oven until the top begins to turn golden brown. (15 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins While the crust is baking, prepare the filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining lavender sugar, 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour, beaten eggs, fresh lemon juice, lemon extract, and 1/2 teaspoon of dried lavender buds until well combined. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 20 mins Pour the lemon-lavender filling evenly over the partially baked crust. Return the dish to the oven and bake until the center is set and no longer jiggles when gently shaken. (20 minutes)

Recipe View 1 hrs Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the baking dish on a wire rack. Once cooled, dust generously with confectioners' sugar before cutting into squares and serving. (1 hour)