Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these honey cinnamon shortbread cookies. These buttery treats are perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to afternoon tea.
Ingredients
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Shortbread Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 325°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together butter, powdered sugar, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually mix into wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
- Roll Out Dough: Turn dough onto a floured surface, roll out to 1/4-inch thickness, cut into shapes.
- Bake: Place cookies on baking sheet, bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cool: Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Drizzle with honey glaze or dip in melted white chocolate for added sweetness.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
