Soft honey cookies

4 servings

60 minutes

Soft honey cookies are a true cozy treat from German cuisine, where simple yet exquisite flavors are traditionally valued. Delicate, airy, and aromatic, it combines a rich honey flavor with a slight tang of sour cream and warm citrus notes of orange zest. During baking, the cookies develop a golden crust while remaining soft inside. Perfect for an evening tea or as a small sweet gift. With their elastic texture and gentle taste, they are easily digestible and pair well with hot beverages. In Germany, such recipes are often passed down through generations, creating an atmosphere of homey comfort and warmth.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 932.2
• Proteins: 13.9g
• Fats: 41.5g
• Carbohydrates: 128.8g

Ingredients

• Margarine: 150 g
• Sour cream: 250 g
• Honey: 2 tbsp
• Wheat flour: 3 glass
• Sugar: 150 g
• Orange zest: to taste
• Soda: 1 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Melt the margarine. Add honey to the hot margarine and stir until fully dissolved. Cool to a warm state.

   Required ingredients:

   • Margarine: 150 g
   • Honey: 2 tablespoons

2. Mix sour cream, sugar, zest, then add flour with baking soda.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sour cream: 250 g
   • Sugar: 150 g
   • Orange zest:  to taste
   • Wheat flour: 3 glasss
   • Soda: 1 teaspoon

3. Knead the shiny elastic dough. Divide the dough into pieces the size of a walnut. Roll into balls, slightly flatten them, and place on a greased and floured baking sheet. Leave about three centimeters between the cookies, as they will increase in size while baking.

4. Bake in the oven at 200 degrees for 15 minutes until lightly golden.