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Rose Water Sugar Cookies

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These Rose Water Sugar Cookies blend floral essence with sweetness, making them perfect for special occasions or as a light snack throughout the week.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup very cold unsalted butter, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons rose water
  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar (for glaze)
  • A pinch of kosher salt (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream (for glaze)
  • 1 teaspoon rose water (for glaze)
  • Edible flowers (for assembly)

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  2. Combine the butter and sugar in a stand mixer, and beat on medium until light and fluffy.
  3. Reduce speed to low, add the egg and rose water, and beat until just incorporated.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients and beat until just combined.
  5. Shape the dough into a square, roll it out between parchment paper, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  6. Cut shapes from the dough and place them on lined baking sheets. Freeze for 10-15 minutes.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for 10 minutes until golden around the edges. Cool the cookies.
  8. Mix the confectioners’ sugar, salt, heavy cream, and rose water for the glaze until thick but spreadable.
  9. Dip cooled cookies in glaze, sprinkle with edible flowers, and allow to dry for 2-3 hours.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.

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