Ingredients:

  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 1 large egg
  • 2-3 tablespoons (30-45ml) cold water
  • 3/4 cup (180g) fruit preserves (e.g., apricot, raspberry, or strawberry)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup (30g) chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or almonds) [optional]
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
  3. Cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Add the egg and stir until combined, then add cold water one tablespoon at a time until the dough forms.
  5. Knead gently on a floured surface until smooth, then refrigerate for 10 minutes.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the fruit preserves with ground cinnamon and nuts (if using).
  7. Roll out the chilled dough to an approximately 1/8-inch thick rectangle.
  8. Cut the dough into strips about 2 inches wide and spread a thin layer of filling along each strip.
  9. Fold the strips over and twist to form rose shapes.
  10. Arrange the formed roses on the prepared baking sheet.
  11. Bake for 20-30 minutes or until golden brown.
  12. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
  13. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.