Honey Cookies
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
These honey cookies have been a favorite in my kitchen for years, and I'm so excited to share them with you. There's something magical about the warmth of cinnamon and the natural sweetness of honey coming together in every bite. What I love most is how quick and simple they are to make, requiring just 20 minutes of prep before they go into the oven. Honey isn't just delicious, it's also packed with antioxidants that make these treats feel a little less guilty. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or just craving something homemade, these cookies deliver comfort and flavor without any fuss.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 120 gbutter
- 200 gsugar
- 2eggs
- 300 gflour
- 10 gbaking powder
- 5 gsalt
- 50 ghoney
- 2 gcinnamon
- 100 gbrown sugar
- 1 mlvanilla extract
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Tip: For an extra crispy cookie, bake for 30 minutes.
- 2
Whisk together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Make sure to scrape the sides of the bowl for an even mix.
- 3
Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by honey and vanilla extract.
Tip: Don't overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients for an even texture.
- 5
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to tough cookies.
- 6
Stir in brown sugar and any remaining ingredients until well combined.
Tip: Use a spatula to scrape the sides of the bowl.
- 7
Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking tray, leaving 2 inches of space between each cookie.
Tip: For an extra crispy cookie, bake for 30 minutes.
- 8
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
Tip: Remove from oven and let cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- 9
Let cookies cool completely before serving.
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