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Honey Cinnamon Shortbread

Honey Cinnamon Shortbread - Buttery Comfort in Every Bite

Delightful Honey Cinnamon Shortbread cookies combine buttery richness with honey's natural sweetness, perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 1/2 cup Honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract optional
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon or nutmeg/ginger for variety
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar for sprinkling on top

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Rolling Pin
  • Cookie Cutters
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and honey until light and fluffy.
  3. Combine flour, salt, and ground cinnamon in a separate bowl.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter and honey mixture.
  5. Roll the dough out on a floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into shapes.
  6. Place the cookies on the lined baking sheet and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are golden.
  8. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For firmer cookies, refrigerate.

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