Get ready to transform your holiday baking with these absolutely irresistible Christmas Cookies that will make your taste buds dance with delight! Imagine biting into a delicate, buttery cookie crowned with a subtle, elegant rose water icing that whispers of winter romance and festive cheer. These aren't just ordinary cookies – they're a sensory experience that will elevate your holiday dessert table from mundane to magnificent, leaving your guests wondering about your secret baking magic.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons rose water
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, which should take about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the large egg, vanilla extract, and rose water to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the dough.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will firm up as they cool.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies are cooling, prepare the rose water icing. In a medium bowl, combine the powdered sugar with 1 tablespoon of milk and 1 tablespoon of rose water. Stir until smooth. If the icing is too thick, add more milk, a teaspoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, use a spoon or a piping bag to drizzle the rose water icing over the top of each cookie. Allow the icing to set for about 15-20 minutes before serving or storing.
- Enjoy your festive Christmas cookies with rose water icing!
Tips
- • Ensure your butter is truly softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture • Use high-quality rose water for the most authentic and delicate flavor • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking if you want extra-crisp edges • Don't overmix the dough – this can lead to tough cookies • Use a cookie scoop for uniform size and even baking • Let cookies cool completely before icing to prevent runny, messy decorations • For a festive touch, sprinkle edible rose petals or silver sugar on the icing • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 5 days
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 24g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg
