Honey Gingerbread Cookies
Recipe adapted from: Indulge With Mimi
Bring the warmth of the holiday season into your kitchen with honey gingerbread cookies! These spiced, chewy cookies are sweetened with honey, adding a rich depth of flavor that pairs perfectly with ginger and cinnamon. Whether for decorating or simply enjoying with a cup of tea, these cookies are a festive favorite.
What you will need:
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup honey
½ cup brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
How to make it:
Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the butter, honey, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
Chill the Dough: Divide the dough in half, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Roll and Cut: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thick. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake: Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Decorate (Optional): Once cooled, decorate with icing, sprinkles, or candies as desired.
Get creative by decorating your honey gingerbread cookies with royal icing, sprinkles, or small candies like gumdrops, chocolate chips, or candy canes for a festive and personalized touch!