Ghorayeba (fragrant Rosewater And Cardamom Cookies)

Ghorayeba are delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookies that are popular in Navyath Muslim Cuisine. These fragrant rosewater and cardamom cookies are perfect for special occasions or as a sweet treat with tea or coffee.

Ghorayeba (fragrant Rosewater And Cardamom Cookies)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon rosewater
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add the flour, rosewater, and ground cardamom to the creamed mixture, mixing until well combined.
  4. Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Flatten each ball slightly with the tines of a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Sprinkle with additional powdered sugar if desired before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
120 per serving
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
6g
Protein
2g

Supplies

Mixing bowl Baking sheet Parchment paper Wire rack

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Ghorayeba cookies with a hot cup of tea or coffee for a delightful treat.

Tips & tricks

For an extra special touch, garnish the cookies with edible rose petals before serving.

Cost

$8