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middle eastern cardamom shortbread (gluten free)

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Private Recipe by
Annacia *
Moose Jaw, SK

Inspired by traditional Persian rice flour shortbreads, these pretty white delights just melt in your mouth. Chilling time for dough not included in times given. * I use more cardamom, feel free to use as much or little as you like. These cookies do have an unique and interesting texture.

(1 rating)
yield serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For middle eastern cardamom shortbread (gluten free)

  • 1 c
    unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 c
    icing sugar
  • 1
    egg
  • 2 c
    rice flour
  • 1/4 tsp
    ground cardamom
  • 1 pinch
    salt
  • 3 Tbsp
    finely chopped pistachio nuts

How To Make middle eastern cardamom shortbread (gluten free)

  • 1
    In large bowl, beat butter with sugar until light; beat in egg. In separate bowl, whisk together rice flour, cardamom and salt ; stir into butter mixture in 2 additions to make smooth dough. Cover and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
  • 2
    Roll by 1 tbsp into balls. Place, 2 inches apart, on 2 parchment paper-lined rimless baking sheets. With a glass, flatten to about 1/2-inch thickness. Sprinkle with pistachios.
  • 3
    Bake in top and bottom thirds of 325°F oven for 17 to 20 minutes, rotating and switching pans halfway through, or until firm to the touch and edges are light golden.
  • 4
    Let cool on pans for 2 minutes. Transfer to racks; let cool. (Make-ahead: Store layered between waxed paper in airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 weeks.).
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