Cherry Blossom Scented Icebox Cookies

Cherry blossom is a symbol of beauty and renewal in Japanese culture, and these cookies capture the delicate fragrance and essence of cherry blossoms.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 92 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Cherry Blossom Scented Icebox Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 32 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 2880

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 150 gram Butter
• 100 gram Granulated Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 teaspoon Almond Extract
• 250 gram All-Purpose Flour
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 2 teaspoon Dried Cherry Blossom Petals

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the vanilla extract and almond extract, and mix until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until the dough comes together.
5. Gently fold in the dried cherry blossom petals.
6. Divide the dough in half and shape each half into a log. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
7. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. Slice the chilled dough into rounds, about 1/4 inch thick, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Sugars 8g

Protein 1g2%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.