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    Last Updated: December 3, 2023 | First Published on: November 1, 2013 by Hari Chandana Ponnaluri

    Eggless Saffron Cookies

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    Lovely and delicious eggless cookies flavored with saffron and cardamom. These are so good with a cup of tea or coffee.

    What are Saffron Cardamom Cookies?

    Saffron cookies are one of the simple and mild butter cookies flavored with saffron and cardamom powder. They look so festive and perfect to bake during holidays and festivals such as Diwali and Christmas!

    I have decorated them with almonds but pistachios or cashews can be used as well.

    If you love vanilla flavor, add a few drops of vanilla extract or essence to the cookie dough to enhance the flavors.

    Are these cookies eggless?

    Yes, they are not made with eggs

    How long can I store the unbaked cookie dough?

    You can store in the refrigerator for 4-5 days or freeze it for about 2 months.

    How long can I store baked cookies for?

    Once the baked cookies are cooled down, transfer them in an airtight container or jar and store them for a week.

     

    Serving suggestions:

    These are perfect for gifting during Diwali or Christmas.

    They can also be enjoyed at any time of the year with a cup of coffee or tea.

    Few more eggless baking recipes you’ll love:

    • Nankhatai
    • Biscotti Regina
    • Eggless Fruitcake Biscuits
    • Cherry Almond Cake
    • Chocolate Blueberry Muffins
    • Avocado Brownies
    • Quinoa Banana Almond Muffins
    • Mango Tutti Frutti Cake
    • Cardamom Cupcakes

    How to make eggless saffon cookies recipe below:

    Eggless Saffron Cookies Recipe

    Hari Chandana Ponnaluri
    Beautiful and delicious saffron and cardamom cookies for Diwali or Christmas!
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 30 minutes mins
    Course Baking, Snack
    Cuisine Indian, International
    Servings 10 cookies
    Calories 67 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup Plain Flour / Maida
    • 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter softened
    • 4 tbsp Powdered Sugar
    • 1 pinch Saffron Strands
    • ½ tsp Cardamom Powder
    • 1 tbsp Milk
    • ⅛ tsp Salt
    • Sliced Almonds for Garnish
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    Instructions
     

    • Soak the saffron in a tablespoon of hot milk. Crush it well and set aside.
    • Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C.
    • In a bowl, add the softened butter and powdered sugar and mix well.
    • Add the saffron milk and mix.
    • Now add the flour and cardamom powder to the butter and mix everything to make a dough. The dough should very soft.
    • Divide the dough into 10 round balls and flatten them with your palms to shape the cookies.
    • Place them on a lightly greased baking tray spacing about 1 inch apart.
    • Garnish the cookies with almonds.
    • Bake them in the preheated oven for 15 – 20 minutes at 180 degrees C.
    • Remove them from the oven and let them cool down for 2 – 3 minutes. Then place them on a wire rack and cool.
    • They will be soft when taken out but will firm up once they cool.
    • Store in an airtight container.

    Notes

    You can also add a few drops of vanilla extract.
    Replace almonds with pistachios or cashews.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 67kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 7mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 106IUCalcium: 3mgIron: 1mg

    Nutrition values are estimates only.

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    1. Anisa says

      June 24, 2017 at 4:06 am

      Nice n tasty cookies. ? My daughter liked it. ?Turned out perfect. Quick n easy to make. ?

      Reply
      • Hari Chandana Ponnaluri says

        June 26, 2017 at 10:22 pm

        Good to know that, Anisa.. Thank you so much! 🙂

        Reply
    2. Dishna says

      October 12, 2017 at 8:12 am

      Hi, lovely cookies, did try them and they were all.eaten in one hour. Am wondering do you have the recipe for making large qty, like one kg?

      Reply
      • Hari Chandana Ponnaluri says

        October 16, 2017 at 3:54 am

        Thank you so much.. glad you like the cookies.. you can double the same recipe. 🙂

        Reply
    3. Lucille walker says

      December 10, 2021 at 8:21 am

      Will they taste as good with a different nut, like walnut?

      Reply
      • Hari Chandana Ponnaluri says

        December 10, 2021 at 1:04 pm

        Absolutely!

        Reply
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