17 Sweet + Savory Flower Blossom Water Recipes to Hold You Over Until Spring

These days, we’re always looking for ways to brighten up our meals, which is why we are oh-so-obsessed with these flower blossom recipes! Flowers and citrus work together wonderfully, whether we’re making edible flowers recipes or sipping blood orange cocktails. The blossom waters are another way to add an eau-de-spring to your meals, and rosewater desserts are always a show-stopper. But flowers aren’t just for sweets; orange blossom water, rosewater, and even chamomile syrup can liven up savory dishes and desserts alike. Put a little spring in your step with these 17 recipes, and you’ll feel the cold weather melting away.

Rosewater Cardamom Iced Coffee

Perfect for the romantic, this coffee recipe mixes rosewater with half and half for a floral, creamy finish. You can add this to your Valentine's Day brunch menu or mix it on any spring workday to upgrade your morning. We'll accept the fact that it's not pink just because of how good it tastes. ;) (via Brit + Co)

Rosewater Macarons

Macarons are known for being finicky, but when they come out tasting this good, you won’t care if a few have fallen flat. The secret to these babies is the rosewater buttercream. Once you taste it, you’ll want to start slathering it on everything. (via Bear Naked Food)

Baklava Pancakes

Dessert for breakfast is always a good idea. Drizzled with orange blossom and rosewater syrup, these baklava pancakes will make you feel like royalty in the morning. Sprinkle a few pomegranate arils on top to add extra color and flavor. (via Domestic Gothess)

Rosewater Shortbread Cookies

Buttery, floral cookies pair perfectly with the sharp taste of black tea (especially when you dunk them in). Or dip them in chocolate and sprinkle with rose petals for your V-Day dessert. You’ll probably want to keep them for yourself, but they’re great as gifts too! (via The Little Epicurean)

Rose Lemon Spritzer

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Romantic, subtle, and citrusy, once you try this drink, it will definitely make it into your spring cocktail rotation. Aside from the tasty flavors and gorgeous color, the fact that it only takes five minutes from start to finish means that you can mix it, even when you're short on time. (via Half Baked Harvest)

Orange Flower, Plum, and Almond Tart

Get ready for a taste bud overload — but in a good way! This tart pairs sweet plums with a tangy, floral orange blossom crème fraîche filling and a nutty almond crust for maximum flavor. Your dessert table will never be the same again. (via Dessert First)

Kale Salad With Orange Blossom Water

Salads might feel like a basic dish, but this kale recipe is anything but casual. Tucked into a ring of cucumber, it’s tossed with an unbelievable orange blossom water dressing. Make enough for two because you’ll *need* second helpings. (via Petit World Citizen)

Orange Blossom Brioche

Toast is anything but simple when made with this fragrant brioche. Add orange blossom water to the mix to add a little something special to the dough. You'll have a bread that shines even without jam, but we'll still take some orange marmalade please! (via Stew or Story)

Moroccan Tomato Jam

Tart, sweet tomatoes are perfect candidates for jam-making, but are too often overlooked. As we get closer to tomato season, plan on making this recipe that pairs them with some orange flower water for a jam that really stands out. (via A Recipe for Gluttony)

Orange Blossom Citrus Tapioca Pudding

It's time to stop eating mediocre breakfasts. Treat yourself to something special, like this vegan orange blossom tapioca pudding, which is basically like a healthy dessert. We'd be more excited to wake up for this than scrambled eggs, tbh. (via Kale and Caramel)

Greek Yogurt Cake With Orange Blossom Glaze

We wouldn't often think of baking Greek yogurt into a cake, but this is one recipe that takes desert to the next level every single time. Moist and rich, it just begs for a glaze and its wishes are met with a sweet, floral orange blossom icing. (via Baked the Blog)

M’hanncha

This rolled Moroccan recipe will change the way you eat dessert. It combines flaky pastry with ground almonds and an orange blossom syrup for a complex dish that’s better than most sweet treats you’re used to eating. Finish off with a sprinkle of powdered sugar. (via Milly’s Kitchen)

Iranian Jeweled Rice

Studded with dried fruits, pomegranate arils, and pistachio nuts, this rice can be eaten as a side dish but also has enough star quality to become the main course. Its complex flavor profile of saffron, orange blossom water, cardamom, and cinnamon will make it a family favorite. (via The Kitchen)

Spicy Orange Blossom Fruit Salsa

Orange blossom vinegar adds tang and a floral flavor to this spicy fruit salsa. It's complex, it's flavorful, and it works great as a condiment. Serve it over grilled chicken or fish to make a healthy meal that tastes surprisingly fabulous. (via The View from Great Island)

Chicken Tagine With Dates and Orange Blossom Water

There's a good chance that your family has a tried-and-true chicken recipe that you've had a hundred times, but chicken doesn’t have to be boring. Dress yours up in a tagine that uses dates and orange blossom water to pack the meat full of flavor. (via Spice Ame Cooks)

Baked Camembert With Chamomile Blossom Syrup, Figs, and Pistachios

Chamomile blossom syrup is drizzled over baked Camembert to make this sweet and savory recipe. Figs, pistachios, and pomegranate arils add to the delicious glory, which you’ll want to scoop up with tons of toasted baguette slices...or you can just use your spoon. (via Sugar Love Spices)

Mozzarella Cheese Kunafa

When you hear about mozzarella, you might not immediately think of dessert, but you’re missing out! The cheese is an essential part of this sweet and salty treat, made with crispy kunafa pastry and drizzled in a rose and orange blossom water syrup. (via Cleobuttera)

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