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Irresistible Italian Honey Cookies Recipe

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5.1 from 17 reviews

These Italian Honey Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the warm flavors of honey, cinnamon, and cloves in a soft, chewy cookie. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are simple to make and sure to impress.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds, optional)
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, beat together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Add honey and egg to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms.
  6. Incorporate Nuts: If desired, fold in chopped nuts for added texture and flavor.
  7. Shape Cookies: Use a tablespoon to scoop out dough and shape into balls. Place them on the lined baking sheet, spaced a few inches apart.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  9. Cool: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Dust with Sugar: Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar for a stunning finish.

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