SHREWSBURY CAKES
These Small delicate cakes(Shortbread cookies)flavored with rosewater and nutmeg are from an original receipt from Sallets, Humbles, and Shrewsbury Cakes. Legend has it these are the very cakes that Guinevere made to win King Arthur's heart. So, if your looking for something sweet to win your hearts desire, try these!
Provided by Recipe Baroness
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield 20-25 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a standard Mixing bowl, Cream the butter and sugar.
- Add the rosewater and blend thoroughly.
- Sift together the 2 cups of flour, nutmeg, and salt and stir into the butter until the dough holds together.
- With your hands, gently knead in enough of the additional flour to make a smooth ball.
- of soft dough.
- Roll out on a floured board to the thickness of 1/2 inch.
- Cut large round cookies with a glass or cookie cutter.
- Place the cookies on a greased sheet or one lined with parchment paper and bake in a 300° F oven for approximately 15 minutes, or just until done; they must be white, not brown.
- Remove the cakes to a rack to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.2, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 12.2, Sodium 99, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 5, Protein 1.7
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Skylar Harris
[email protected]These cakes were easy to make and they turned out great! I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Terodji Franklin
[email protected]These cakes were perfect! I will definitely be making them again.
Sheikh Ejaz
[email protected]I made these cakes for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.
Mykerria Johnson
[email protected]These cakes were a bit too crumbly for my taste, but the flavor was good.
Samreen Gull
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of almond flavor, so I was hesitant to try these cakes. But I'm so glad I did! The almond flavor was subtle and delicious.
Mohammad Jahirul Islam Khan
[email protected]These cakes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good.
Shamin Sarkar
[email protected]I've made these cakes several times and they're always a hit! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.
MD DIDARUL ALAM
[email protected]Delicious!
Samuel Victor
[email protected]These cakes were a bit too dry for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I may have overbaked them.
Odario Torrence
[email protected]I made these cakes for my family and they loved them! The recipe was easy to follow and the cakes were delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a tasty and easy-to-make treat.
Jackie Linville - Morgan
[email protected]These cakes were a hit at my tea party! They were so easy to make and they turned out beautifully. The flavor was delicate and delicious, and the texture was perfect.
Raja Shek
[email protected]I've tried many Shrewsbury cake recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cakes are perfectly moist and flavorful, with a lovely crumb. I especially love the addition of almond extract, which gives them a unique and delicious taste.
imen hedhoud
[email protected]These Shrewsbury cakes were a delight! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The cakes were light and fluffy, with a delicate almond flavor. I will definitely be making these again!