Best Rose Water Substitutes for Baking

No rose water? These substitutes add floral notes to baklava, macarons, and Middle Eastern desserts.

1. Orange Blossom Water

Replace 1:1 (use slightly less — stronger flavor)

Most similar floral flavor — common in Middle Eastern baking.

Replace 1:1

Loses the floral note but adds warmth and sweetness.

Replace 1:1

Floral, slightly sweet — works in delicate desserts.