Rose water cookies are made with rose water in the dough. Rose water is an aromatic ingredient used in many cuisines, especially in the Middle East and India.
To make rose water cookies, you can use any basic cookie recipe and simply replace part of the liquid with rose water. You can also add a teaspoon or two of rose water to the dough for a subtle flavor and aroma.
Rose water cookies have a delicate, floral flavor with a sweet, perfumed aroma. It’s a very popular flavor in Middle Eastern cooking and appears in many traditional desserts and sweets from the region.
Once baked, rose water cookies can be glazed or dusted with powdered sugar to enhance their flavor and look. They’re a delicious, elegant choice to serve with tea or coffee.