Description
Delight in these Salted Honey Cinnamon Cookies, a perfect blend of sweet honey and warm cinnamon complemented by a hint of flaky sea salt. Soft yet slightly crisp on the edges, these cookies offer a rich buttery flavor with a touch of spice, making them a cozy treat for any time of the day.
Ingredients
Scale
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 Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prepare for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter, honey, and packed brown sugar with a hand mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring all sugars are well incorporated.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Add the large egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat on medium speed until the mixture is combined and fluffy, enhancing the texture.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in two batches. Mix on low speed just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cookies.
- Shape Cookies: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop dough balls approximately 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheet. Gently press down each ball slightly to flatten and sprinkle each with flaky sea salt for a salty crunch contrast.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown and the centers are soft but set. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies tender.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Ensure butter is fully softened for easier creaming with sugars.
- Do not overmix the dough to maintain a tender cookie texture.
- Flaky sea salt adds a delightful contrast; adjust amount based on your taste preference.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- For a deeper honey flavor, use a dark, robust honey like buckwheat or wildflower.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: honey cinnamon cookies, salted cookies, homemade cookies, cinnamon cookies, easy cookie recipe, baked dessert
