Cherry Blossom Cookies
Delicate Cherry Blossom Cookies feature a soft, buttery texture with a floral hint of cherry blossom essence, perfect for springtime treats or elegant tea parties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cherry blossom extract
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Pink sanding sugar or edible cherry blossom petals for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and cherry blossom extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand and sprinkle with pink sanding sugar or gently press an edible cherry blossom petal on top.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a more intense cherry blossom flavor, chill the dough overnight before baking or add a light drizzle of white chocolate topping.
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