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    Rosemary Butter Cookies

    Published on April 19, 2020 - Updated on January 12, 2023 by Chef Rodney - 1 Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    rosemary butter cookies
    These Delicious Rosemary Butter Cookies have a subtle taste of rosemary with sweet crunchy sides thanks to the coarse sugar.
     
    rosemary butter cookies

    The rosemary in my garden is always overflowing. I can't make enough recipes to use it all up. I either end up giving some away or storing some in the freezer. I've never had Rosemary Butter Cookies before but since I have so much rosemary on hand I figured I would give it a shot.

    rosemary butter cookie dough with a sprig of rosemary
    rosemary butter cookie dough

    The end result is a delicious butter cookie with a crunchy sweet side and a subtle taste of the fresh rosemary. Personally I don't want the rosemary to overpower these cookies but feel free to experiment and make it your own.

    rosemary butter cookies

    This cookie recipe calls for some Coarse Sugar. It may also be called Diamond Sugar or Sanding Sugar. This particular type of sugar will not melt at high heat. Make sure you use the right stuff!

    coarse shimmer sugar
    Coarse Sugar

    If you need some ideas on what to do with all that extra fresh rosemary you have on hand, check out my post on How to Store Fresh Rosemary.

    fresh rosemary sprigs
    Fresh Rosemary

    NOTE: You can also make these yummy cookies using Gluten-Free Flour without affecting the taste.

    rosemary butter cookies
    coarse sugar on cookie

    For more great recipes with Fresh Rosemary, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • Traditional Pate Chinois (Shepherd’s Pie)
    • Whole Smoked Turkey
    • Classic Irish Stew
    • Smoked Prime Rib

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Rosemary Butter Cookies recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Unsalted Butter, White Sugar, Eggs, Vanilla Extract, All Purpose Flour, Fresh Rosemary, Coarse Salt and Coarse Sugar.

    🥣 How do I make Rosemary Butter Cookies

    In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar on medium speed until creamy. Add the egg and vanilla extract. Reduce the speed to low and mix in the flour, rosemary and salt.
    Roll dough into two 6 inch logs. Wrap in plastic wrap and freeze until the dough is firm.
    Preheat oven to 375°F.
    Unwrap the dough, roll it in the coarse sugar and cut it into ¼ inch thick rounds. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, until edges are golden.

    rosemary butter cookies

    Rosemary Butter Cookies

    These Delicious Rosemary Butter Cookies have a subtle taste of rosemary with sweet crunchy sides thanks to the coarse sugar.
    4.50 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Freezer Time 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 25 mins
    Course Cookies
    Cuisine American
    Servings 36 cookies
    Calories 108 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 Cup Unsalted Butter, softened
    • ¾ Cup White Sugar
    • 1 Large Egg
    • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
    • 2 ½ Cups All Purpose Flour
    • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary, finely chopped
    • ¾ teaspoon Coarse Salt
    • ½ Cup Coarse Sugar
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    Instructions
     

    • In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar on medium speed until creamy. Add the egg and vanilla extract. Reduce the speed to low and mix in the flour, rosemary and salt.
    • Roll dough into two 6 inch logs. Wrap in plastic wrap and freeze until the dough is firm.
    • Preheat oven to 375°F.
    • Unwrap the dough, roll it in sanding sugar and cut it into ¼ inch thick rounds. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, until edges are golden.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 108kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 51mgPotassium: 13mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 165IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 1mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    1 Comment

    1. Sharon

      January 08, 2021 at 3:46 pm

      Who would have thought that by adding Rosemary to a cookie recipe would turn out to this delicious cookie. I just love rosemary so figured I would try this recipe. I made them to give as gifts for friends at Christmas and everyone enjoyed them. I have made them a second time and they are just as good as the first time. These cookies are a keeper.

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