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Perfect Rose Shaped Sugar Cookies Recipe with Easy Vanilla Glaze Tutorial

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Delicate rose-shaped sugar cookies with a soft yet slightly crisp texture, topped with a smooth vanilla glaze. Perfect for special occasions or a creative baking project.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups (312 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 tablespoons milk (whole milk or almond milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: a pinch of salt for glaze

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, blending on low speed until the dough comes together. If too sticky, add a tablespoon of flour at a time.
  5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Lightly flour your countertop or rolling board. Roll out the dough to about 1/8-inch (3 mm) thickness.
  7. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice the dough into long strips approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide and 5-6 inches (12-15 cm) long.
  8. Starting at one end, gently roll up one strip to form the rose center. Then, take another strip, slightly pinch one edge and press it onto the rolled center like a petal, overlapping slightly. Repeat layering petals until you have a full rose shape (usually 4-5 strips).
  9. Transfer each rose cookie to the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches (5 cm) apart.
  10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake cookies for 12-15 minutes or until edges just start to turn golden.
  11. Let cookies cool completely on a wire rack before glazing.
  12. Whisk powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Adjust thickness by adding more milk or powdered sugar as needed.
  13. Drizzle or spread the vanilla glaze over each cooled cookie. Allow glaze to set at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.

Notes

Chill the dough well before rolling and shaping to prevent sticking and tearing. Use fresh vanilla extract for best flavor. Adjust glaze consistency gradually. Avoid overbaking to keep edges pale and glaze shiny. Dough can be prepared the night before for better flavor. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a 1:1 gluten-free blend and adjust liquid as needed.

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