Make Rosewater Shortbread Cookies for Valentine's Day

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!