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Old German Honey Cookies

Traditional German cookies sweetened with honey and spices.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 120 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Honey
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 4 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the honey, sugar, and butter until smooth.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
  4. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until edges are golden. Remove from baking sheet to cool on wire racks.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 30mg | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.5mg

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Honey Cookies
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