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.
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
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the flour, rosewater, and ground cardamom to the creamed mixture, mixing until well combined.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Flatten each ball slightly with the tines of a fork to create a crisscross pattern.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- 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.
- 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