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Gluten-Free Rice Sugar Cookies with Ube & Orange Blossom Frosting

08/31/2025 | Bonia Bakery |

If you’re looking for a cookie that feels a little whimsical, a little fancy, and completely delicious, these Gluten-Free Rice Sugar Cookies are it. They’re soft, chewy, and melt-in-your-mouth tender—proof that gluten-free baking can be just as fun (and tasty) as the classic versions.

But here’s the twist: each cookie gets dipped in not one, but two flavors of frosting. One side is coated in vibrant purple ube frosting, while the other gets a delicate kiss of orange blossom. Together, they’re like a little summer party in every bite—floral, sweet, and oh-so-pretty. Perfect for sharing with friends… or keeping all to yourself. No judgment either way.

I love how playful these cookies feel. The colors pop, the flavors dance, and they bring a touch of elegance to something as simple as a sugar cookie. They’re just the kind of treat that makes people stop and say, “Wait, what are these?!” before reaching for seconds.

Ingredients (Makes 10-12 cookies)

Rice Sugar Cookies

  • 50 g butter, room temperature
  • 45 g powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 120 g rice flour
  • 1–4 tbsp water (as needed, up to 30 ml)

Ube Frosting

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp ube extract or flavor
  • 1 tbsp milk

Orange Blossom Frosting

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp orange blossom water
  • 1 tbsp milk

Method

  1. Make the dough. In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream butter and powdered sugar together until smooth. Mix in vanilla, cornstarch, and salt. Add rice flour in two batches, mixing well. If the dough feels too dry, add water 1 tbsp at a time until it comes together.
  2. Chill. Shape dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the fridge for 1 hour.
  3. Shape & bake. Preheat oven to 350°F. Roll dough on a lightly floured (with rice flour) surface and cut into shapes, or roll into balls and flatten. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are just lightly golden. Transfer to a rack to cool completely.
  4. Make the frostings. For the ube frosting, whisk powdered sugar, ube extract, and milk until smooth. For the orange blossom frosting, whisk powdered sugar, orange blossom water, and milk until smooth.
  5. Decorate. Dip one half of each cooled cookie in the ube frosting and the other half in the orange blossom frosting. Optional: sprinkle with edible flowers or a little orange zest for extra flair.
  6. Enjoy. Share with friends, serve at summer gatherings, or treat yourself to a colorful cookie moment anytime.

Why You’ll Love These Cookies

  • Gluten-free and naturally light thanks to rice flour.
  • Two flavors in one cookie—ube + orange blossom for the dreamiest combo.
  • Fun and beautiful—perfect for parties, tea time, or gifting.
  • Soft, chewy texture that rivals classic sugar cookies.

These Gluten-Free Rice Sugar Cookies prove that baking without gluten doesn’t mean sacrificing fun or flavor. With their bold colors, delicate floral notes, and chewy bite, they’re cookies that make every day feel just a little more magical.

So go ahead—whip up a batch, dip, swirl, and enjoy every colorful bite.