Rose Cookies facts for kids
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| Alternative names | Acchu Murukku |
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| Type | Cookie |
| Course | Snack, dessert |
| Place of origin | Cochin (Kochi) |
| Region or state | Kerala (Malabar region) |
| Created by | Syrian Christians |
| Serving temperature | Variable |
| Variations | Kembang goyang |
Rose Cookies, also known as Rose Biscuits, are a special type of cookie or biscuit. They are a popular treat in Anglo-Indian cuisine. Many Indian Christians love to eat them during the Christmas season. These cookies are quite similar to European Christmas rosettes. Rosettes are often enjoyed during dinner on Christmas Eve.
What Are Rose Cookies?
Rose Cookies are sweet and crispy snacks. They get their name because they look like a rose flower. Each cookie has a beautiful shape with holes. These holes make them look like layers of petals.
Different Names for Rose Cookies
These tasty cookies have different names depending on where you are in India.
- In the Telugu language, they are called Gulabi Puvvulu.
- In Tamil, people know them as Acchu Murukku.
- In Malayalam, especially in the Malabar region, they are called Achappam.
How Rose Cookies Are Made
Rose Cookies are made from simple ingredients. These include flour, sugar, eggs, and coconut milk. The dough is mixed and then a special mold is used. This mold is shaped like a rose. It is dipped into the batter and then into hot oil. The cookie quickly fries and becomes golden and crispy.
These cookies are very popular in South India. They are especially loved in the state of Kerala. They are often made for festivals and special family gatherings.
See also
In Spanish: Rosette (pastel) para niños
