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Pistachio Rose Shortbread

Irresistible Pistachio Rose Shortbread That Melts in Your Mouth

Enjoy the enchanting flavor fusion of rich pistachios and delicate rose in these melt-in-your-mouth shortbread cookies.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour The base for tender, crumbly shortbread.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Use cold for rich flavor.
  • ½ cup powdered sugar Provides delicate sweetness.
  • 1 pinch salt Balances and enhances all flavors.
For the Flavor Boost
  • ¼ cup ground pistachios Adds nutty crunch.
  • 1 tablespoon rose water Infuses dough with floral aroma.
For Garnish and Finish
  • ½ cup chopped pistachios Adds texture and color.
  • edible rose petals Optional decoration.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • Rolling Pin
  • Round Cutter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, ground pistachios, and salt.
  3. Beat cubed cold unsalted butter with rose water until pale and fluffy.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until a cohesive dough forms.
  5. Roll dough to ¼-inch thickness and cut with a round cutter, placing on prepared sheet.
  6. Sprinkle chopped pistachios and optional rose petals on top before baking.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  8. Allow cookies to cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Pair with a cup of hot tea for extra comfort. Use cold butter for the perfect crumbly texture and handle the dough gently to avoid toughness.

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