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Pistachio & Rose Desserts shortbread cookies on marble table

Pistachio & Rose Desserts: A Sweet Fusion of Flavor and Tradition

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Elegant and fragrant Pistachio & Rose Desserts blending nutty pistachios with floral rosewater, inspired by Middle Eastern traditions and perfect for year-round enjoyment.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted or vegan butter, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup finely ground pistachios
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp rosewater
  • 2 tbsp chopped pistachios (topping)

Instructions

  1. Cream butter and sugar until light.
  2. Stir in rosewater.
  3. Mix flour, ground pistachios, and salt separately; combine with wet ingredients.
  4. Shape into a log, wrap, and chill 1 hour.
  5. Slice into ¼-inch rounds, sprinkle with chopped pistachios.
  6. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 12–15 minutes, or until edges turn golden.
  7. Cool before serving.

Notes

Once cooled, sprinkle with powdered sugar or place a whole pistachio on each cookie before baking for extra presentation.

  • Author: Clara Hayes
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg