Exotic Spice Cookies With Ginger, Cardamom And Rose

Name: Exotic Spice Cookies With Ginger, Cardamom And Rose Water
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 1/4 teaspoons ground ginger; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup crystallized ginger, chopped; 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature (1stick); 1/4 cup vegetable shortening, room temperature; 1 large egg; 1/4 cup honey; 1 teaspoon rose water; 3/4 cup turbinado sugar, for rolling (raw sugar)

Servings: persons

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/4 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup crystallized ginger, chopped
1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature (1stick)
1/4 cup vegetable shortening, room temperature
1 large egg
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon rose water
3/4 cup turbinado sugar, for rolling (raw sugar)

1
Whisk the flour, ground ginger, baking soda, cardamom, cinnamon, coriander, pepper and salt in a medium bowl until blended.
2
Mix in the crystallized ginger and set aside momentarily.
3
In a large bowl beat the brown sugar, butter and shortening with an electric mixer until fluffy (do not overbeat-it will add too much air).
4
Add the egg, honey and rosewater and beat until blended.
5
Stir in the flour mixture with a wooden spoon, mixing until just until blended.
6
Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
7
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
8
Lightly spray 2 cookie sheets with nonstick cooking spray.
9
Spoon the turbinado sugar in thick layer onto small plate.
10
Using wet hands, form dough into 1 1/4-inch balls; roll in sugar to coat completely.
11
Place balls on prepared sheets, spacing 2 to 3 inches apart.
12
Bake cookies until cracked on top but still soft to touch, about 11 to 13 minutes.
13
Cool on sheets 1 minute.
14
Carefully transfer cookies to wire racks; cool completely.

898

kcal

Calories

Fat

159

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 1/4 teaspoons ground ginger, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom, and more.

Yes, Exotic Spice Cookies With Ginger, Cardamom And Rose Water falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Exotic Spice Cookies With Ginger, Cardamom And Rose Water

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Variations & substitutions

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