Ingredients
- 1 stick (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, for rolling
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped pistachios, optional
- 1 tablespoon crushed dried rose petals, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and 3/4 cup sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 to 4 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until smooth and fully combined.
- Add the flour, baking powder, cardamom, and salt. Mix on low speed just until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop about 1 1/2 tablespoons of dough and roll into smooth balls.
- Roll each dough ball in the remaining sugar until coated.
- Arrange the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets about 2 to 3 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each dough ball to about 1/2-inch thickness.
- Sprinkle with chopped pistachios or crushed rose petals if desired.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the edges are lightly set and the centers remain soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Avoid overmixing the dough to keep the cookies tender.
- Cinnamon or nutmeg can replace cardamom if preferred.
- Orange zest adds a bright citrus flavor variation.
- Coarse sugar creates extra crunch and sparkle.
- Dip cooled cookies in melted dark chocolate for a richer dessert.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freeze baked cookies or unbaked dough balls for up to 2 months.
- Warm cookies briefly in the microwave for a freshly baked texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
