Name: Achappam | Rosette Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 Cups Rice flour; ½ Cup Powdered sugar; 1 No Egg; 2 Tsp Sesame seeds; 1 Cup Coconut milk; Coconut/Refined Oil (As required for making Achhappams)

Achappam | Rosette Cookies

Achappam | Rosette Cookies – Crispy South Indian Festive Delight

Achappam, also known as Rosette Cookies, is one of the most iconic Kerala snacks made during festivals and family gatherings. With its beautiful floral pattern, irresistible crunch, and lightly sweet flavour, Achappam stands out as a must-have treat in every Kerala Christian home. This traditional snack carries the warmth of heritage, making it a timeless favourite that never leaves the festive menu.

A Traditional Snack Rooted in Culture

The charm of Achappam lies in its deep cultural connection. Prepared using a special cast-iron mould, each cookie gets its signature rosette shape that instantly attracts attention. From Christmas celebrations to wedding functions, Achappam represents joy, abundance, and the warmth of homemade snacks. The combination of simple ingredients and meticulous technique makes it a symbol of Kerala’s rich culinary traditions.

Why Achappam is Loved Across Generations

One reason Rosette Cookies remain popular is their perfect balance of texture and taste. Lightly sweet, incredibly crispy, and wonderfully aromatic, Achappam appeals to both kids and adults. The unique shape also makes it stand out among other Kerala snacks like Kuzhalappam, Diamond Cuts, and Unniyappam. Whether served with evening tea or packed as a festive gift, Achappam always brings a delightful crunch.

Perfect for Festivals, Gifting, and Snacking

Achappam’s long shelf life makes it ideal for storing in airtight jars and enjoying over days. During Christmas and Easter, prepare these handmade cookies included in gift hampers, symbolising love and celebration. The golden colour and floral appearance make Achappam visually stunning, giving it a premium, handcrafted feel that elevates any festival platter.

Achappam | Rosette Cookies

Achappam is a very popular and traditional Kerala / Tamil Nadu snack which is incredibly crunchy & delicious. It is called so because of the iron mold used for its preparation. “Achu” in Malayalam means mold and “Appam” means bread. These two words are combined together to form “Achappam” which means “Bread prepared using mold”. If you aren't familiar with the term, it's a fried cookie kinda snack, may be that's why it's also known as Rosette Cookies. Rosette Cookies are a delicious tea time snack that can be easily prepared with readily available ingredients. You can explore a well detailed recipe here.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Course Snack

Cuisine Kerala

Servings people

Ingredients

2 Cups Rice flour
½ Cup Powdered sugar
1 No Egg
2 Tsp Sesame seeds
1 Cup Coconut milk
Coconut/Refined Oil As required for making Achhappams

Instructions

For preparing the delicious snack, first make a batter of rice flour along with coconut milk, sugar powder and sesame seeds. Break the egg and add the contents into the batter. Stir the batter and keep it aside for about 10 – 15 minutes.
Heat oil in a pan and then dip the metal part of the 'Achappam making equipment' (Achh) without touching the wooden handle in the oil.
When the metal part of Achappam making equipment becomes very hot in the oil, take it out from the oil and dip in the batter. Then immediately, take the equipment out from the batter and slowly dip it in the hot oil, so that the batter on the equipment will automatically get released from the equipment and float it in the oil.
When the metal part of Achhappam making equipment becomes very hot in the oil, take it out from the Oil and dip (only about 80 – 85% of the equipment should dip in the Oil) it in the batter prepared for making Achhappams. Then, immediately, take the equipment out from the batter and slowly dip it in the hot oil, so that the batter on the equipment will automatically get released from the equipment and float it in the Oil. Then move this Achhappam to other side of Cheenachatty and allow to fry both sides of the Achhappam properly. As did earlier, dip the equipment in the oil to get it hot again (this procedure should be continued till end of making Achhappams)
When the colour of the Achappam turns into golden/brown, take it out from the oil by using a big needle or something suitable to take the snack out from the oil. After the oil is completely removed from the snack, change it into a plate. Later, store these snacks in an air tight container so that it can be stored for about more than 15 - 25 days.
Achhappam is ready and it can serve as a tasty snack for evening Tea/Coffee etc.