Description
Cardamom Rose Shortbread Cookies are a delightful treat that combines rich buttery goodness with the exotic warmth of cardamom and the floral notes of rose, creating a cookie that is both comforting and sophisticated.
Ingredients
- Unsalted butter: 1 cup (226 grams), softened
- Powdered sugar: 1/2 cup (60 grams)
- All-purpose flour: 1 3/4 cups (220 grams)
- Cornstarch: 1/4 cup (30 grams)
- Ground cardamom: 1 teaspoon
- Rose water: 1 tablespoon
- Edible rose petals: for garnish
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and ensure they are measured and ready.
- Cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add ground cardamom, rose water, and salt to the mixture and combine well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch, then gradually add to the wet ingredients.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet, flattening each ball slightly.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- For a vegan version, substitute butter with vegan butter or coconut oil.
- Consider adding nuts like almonds or pistachios for added flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cardamom, Rose, Shortbread, Cookies, Baking, Dessert