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Honey cookies covered in glaze in a festive setting

Honey Cookies (Mézes Puszedli)

Honey cookies are an essential part of the Hungarian Christmas table. This soft and fragrant treat brings everyone into the holiday spirit. The harmonious taste of honey and spices has been popular for centuries, and many family recipes guard its secrets. A simple but great dessert, perfect as a gift.

Prep Time 20 min
Preparation 12 min
Total 32 min
3000 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 20
⭕ 500 g All-purpose flour
⭕ 200 g Honey
⭕ 150 g Sugar
⭕ 100 g Butter
⭕ 2 Eggs
⭕ 1 tsp Baking powder
⭕ 1 tsp Cinnamon
⭕ 1 tsp Ground ginger
⭕ 1 tsp Baking soda
⭕ 200 g Powdered sugar
⭕ 2 tbsp Lemon juice

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ground ginger, and baking soda.

    2

    Melt the butter, then stir in the honey and sugar. Let it cool slightly.

    3

    Add the eggs to the honey mixture and whisk until smooth.

    4

    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms that can be shaped.

    5

    Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

    6

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

    7

    Bake the honey cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Let them cool completely.

    8

    Whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice to create a thick glaze. Dip the cooled cookies into the glaze.

    9

    Allow the glaze to set completely, then store the honey cookies in an airtight container.