Description
Delight in the rich, buttery goodness of Honey Cinnamon Shortbread cookies, delicately flavored with honey and warm cinnamon. These tender, melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect for any occasion, offering a subtly sweet and aromatic experience that’s easy to make in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Shortbread Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Topping
- 2 tablespoons sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and honey together until the mixture is light and fluffy, then add the vanilla extract and mix thoroughly to combine the flavors.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour, salt, and ground cinnamon together to ensure an even distribution of the cinnamon and salt in the dough.
- Make the Dough: Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet butter and honey mixture, stirring until the dough forms a cohesive ball without overmixing to keep it tender.
- Roll and Cut Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll it out to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to shape the dough into your favorite forms for a festive touch.
- Prepare for Baking: Arrange the shaped cookies on the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle the tops lightly with sugar to add a crunchy, sweet finish.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden, signaling that they are perfectly baked.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for the best dough consistency.
- Rolling the dough evenly helps cookies bake uniformly.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to a week.
- For a stronger cinnamon flavor, you can sprinkle a little extra cinnamon sugar on top before baking.
- These cookies pair wonderfully with tea or coffee for a cozy treat.
