Enjoy the delightful taste of rosewater with these simple yet delicious Rosewater Shortbread Cookies. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, these cookies make a thoughtful homemade gift. Follow this easy recipe to create a batch of these charming treats. Here’s a simple recipe for Rosewater Shortbread Cookies:
Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons rosewater
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pink food coloring (optional)
- Additional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Flavorings:
- Mix in the vanilla extract and rosewater until well combined. If you want a subtle pink hue, you can add a few drops of pink food coloring at this stage.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Gradually Add Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Shape the Dough:
- Divide the dough in half. Shape each half into a log, about 1.5 inches in diameter. Wrap the logs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Slice and Bake:
- Preheat your oven again if needed. Slice the chilled logs into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Place the rounds on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are just lightly golden. Keep an eye on them to prevent over-baking.
- Cool:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar:
- Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.
These delicate and fragrant Rosewater Shortbread Cookies are perfect for sharing on Valentine’s Day. Pack them in a beautiful box or tin for a thoughtful and homemade gift. Enjoy!
