Daisy Cookies
A bright, playful cookie that looks like spring on a plate, these Daisy Cookies are quick to make and delightful to eat, featuring a tender shortbread-like dough with a colorful candy center.
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 225 g plain flour Use standard all-purpose flour for structure; avoid cake or bread flour.
- 150 g unsalted butter Should be cold to cool room temperature for best texture.
- 75 g icing sugar Gives a smooth sweetness; avoid regular granulated sugar.
For the Decoration
- 12 pieces Smarties One for the center of each cookie.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking tray with baking paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the plain flour and icing sugar to aerate and remove lumps.
Mixing the Dough
- Add the cold, cubed butter and rub it into the dry mix with your fingertips until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
- Bring the mixture together by pressing it gently until a smooth dough forms.
Shaping and Chilling
- Divide the dough into small balls weighing about 18–22g each.
- Shape the balls into flower petals on the tray, pressing a Smartie into the center of each flower.
- Chill the tray in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Baking
- Bake the cookies for 8–10 minutes until edges are pale golden, then cool on a wire rack.
Notes
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze unbaked or baked cookies. Allow baked cookies to cool at room temperature for 30–60 minutes before serving.