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Raspberry Rose Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these elegant Raspberry Rose Cookies, featuring tender, buttery cookies topped with a luscious raspberry rose-flavored frosting. Perfectly balanced with a hint of rose water and fresh raspberry puree, these cookies make a stunning treat for special occasions or anytime you want to impress with a beautiful and delicious homemade dessert.

Ingredients

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For the Cookies:

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

For the Raspberry Rose Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 34 cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup raspberry puree (strained to remove seeds)
  • 1 teaspoon rose water (adjust to taste)
  • A few drops of pink or red food coloring (optional, for enhanced color)
  • 12 tablespoons heavy cream or milk (to adjust consistency)
  • Edible glitter or sugar crystals for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preparing the Cookie Dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar using a mixer until it’s light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  2. Combining Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients. Mix just until a soft dough forms, being careful not to overmix to prevent toughness.
  3. Chilling the Dough: Divide the dough into two equal portions. Flatten each into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
  4. Baking the Cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to ¼-inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter to cut out cookies.
  5. Creating Cookie Shapes: Place cut-out cookies on baking sheets about 1 inch apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Remove and cool on wire racks completely.
  6. Making the Raspberry Rose Frosting: Beat softened butter in a large bowl until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition until light and fluffy. Mix in raspberry puree and rose water.
  7. Adjusting Frosting Consistency: Add pink or red food coloring if desired for deeper color. If frosting is too thick, add heavy cream or milk gradually until it reaches piping consistency.
  8. Decorating the Cookies: Transfer frosting to a piping bag fitted with a large rose tip. Pipe frosting starting from the center, swirling outward to create a rose petal effect on each cooled cookie.
  9. Final Touches: Optionally, sprinkle edible glitter or sugar crystals on top for sparkle. Allow frosting to set slightly before serving.
  10. Storing the Cookies: Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for best creaming results.
  • Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender and light.
  • Chilling the dough helps prevent spreading during baking.
  • Strain raspberry puree well to avoid seeds in the frosting.
  • Adjust rose water amount to taste, as it can be potent.
  • Use a piping bag with a rose tip for a professional look on frosting.
  • Cookies can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.

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