Salted Honey Cinnamon Cookies Recipe
These Salted Honey Cinnamon Cookies are an easy and cozy dessert, perfectly combining the warm flavors of cinnamon and honey with a touch of flaky sea salt for a delightful balance of sweet and savory. Soft and chewy with golden edges, they make a wonderful treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (255g) honey
- ½ cup (100g) packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- Flaky sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening and spices.
- Cream Butter and Sweeteners: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the softened unsalted butter, honey, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy, which incorporates air for a light texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat on medium speed until the ingredients are well combined and the mixture becomes fluffy.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in two additions. Mix on low speed just until combined to avoid overworking the dough, which can make cookies tough.
- Form Cookies: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop dough balls about 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheet. Gently press down each dough ball slightly and sprinkle the tops with flaky sea salt to add a savory crunch.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the centers look set but still soft. Avoid overbaking to maintain a chewy texture.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- If using salted butter, omit the extra salt in the dough to prevent over-salting.
- Warm thick honey slightly to make it easier to mix with the butter and sugar.
- If cookies spread too much during baking, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- For a shiny, soft top, brush cookies with melted butter right after baking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft longer.
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