Easy Rose Cookies {Buttercream Frosting}

Easy rose cookies recipe, homemade with simple ingredients. These soft sugar cookies are piped with pink buttercream frosting to look like elegant roses. No mold required.

Today's treat is inspired by my Red Rose Cupcakes and this Pink Ombre Mother's Day Cake. They have such an elegant, vintage and romantic feel to them that I just love, probably as much my Flower Cookies. I think these are perfect for Valentine's Day parties, Mother's Day, weddings and even anniversaries.

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• Key ingredients
• Variations
• How to make easy rose cookies without mold?
• Tips and techniques
• Another idea- Piped rose biscuits
• Recipe FAQs
• Storage of homemade cookies
• More easy cookie recipes
• Recipe

Key ingredients

• Sugar cookies- I used my soft sugar cookie recipe but you can also try my Cut Out Sugar Cookies With Cake Mix or my Cut Out Pistachio Cookies. Just make sure your cookies are round.
• Buttercream frosting- This is a classic choice and always a hit with family and friends but you can also try this Blackberry Buttercream Frosting or this Maraschino Cherry Frosting. Just remember that the icing needs to be a medium firm consistency to pipe well and allow the rose design to hold its shape.

Variations

• Use rose flavor- This will match the floral design. The flavor is achieved through rose syrup or rose water or rose extract. It's strong. Please use sparingly.
• Use freeze dried fruit powders- Such as strawberry, raspberry or blueberry in the frosting. It adds a natural pretty color and delicious fruity flavor too.
• Use zests- From lemon, lime, oranges or grapefruits in the cookie dough or the frosting for a citrus flavor profile.
• Use different flavorings- Try lemon, lime, almond, maple or any of your favorites.
• Try natural food coloring- These are typically made from fruits and vegetables but the shades are not as vibrant, in my opinion.

How to make easy rose cookies without mold?

1. Bake cookies- Allow them to cool to room temperature.
2. Make frosting- And color it pink with gel food coloring.
3. Pipe- Using the large star tip (Wilton tip 1M).

Tips and techniques

• Put them in a fancy box- And wrap a nice ribbon around it and voila- a beautiful homemade gift! Check out my post on Food and Cookie Packaging Ideas.
• Use parchment paper to line tray- Because this will make for easier cleanup, less mess, and help prevent cookies from sticking to the pan.
• Don't frost warm cookies- Because the heat will cause the icing to melt and make a sticky mess.
• Use unsalted butter for sugar cookie dough and frosting- Because otherwise the end result will be too salty and we want that sweet flavor to shine through!
• If you are in a time crunch- Use store bough cookies and frosting. No shame in that.

Another idea- Piped rose biscuits

Another option is to pipe roses with cookie dough and then bake. These are crispy, rich and buttery. They retain their flower shape during baking and look stunning. Best of all, you don't need a mold! You can drizzle some melted chocolate or Royal Icing or even Glace Icing on top for additional sweetness, if you like. Also, if you are fond of piping, be sure to check out my Piped Butter Cookies which are a classic, especially during the Christmas holiday season.

Recipe FAQs

Storage of homemade cookies

• Room temperature- These can stay out for 3-5 hours away from direct sunlight.
• Refrigerate- Store in a sealed container for up to 5 days.
• Freeze- Frosting and cookies can be stored in separate containers for up to 1 month. When you are ready to enjoy them, thaw to room temperature and assemble as per instructions below.
• Make ahead- These can easily be made 1-2 days in advance.

More easy cookie recipes

• Easy Gingersnap Cookies (Cut Outs)
• Easy Reese's Cookies (With Cake Mix)
• Easy Peanut Butter Cookies (Classic)
• Easy Maple Cookies (Soft and Chewy)
• Pizzelle Cookies

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