Honey gingerbread.
3 servings
120 minutes
Honey gingerbread is a sweet treat with a deep history rooted in Russian cuisine. Its rich flavor combines the aroma of honey with the warmth of spices like cinnamon, clove, and anise. The airy dough with a light crispy crust and soft center makes them perfect for cozy tea gatherings. Thanks to honey, gingerbread retains freshness for a long time, and the glaze gives them a festive appearance. In ancient times, they were made for special occasions and gifted as a sign of respect and love. Today, they remain a popular dessert, delighting with their rich aroma and tender texture. These gingerbreads can be decorated with patterns or glaze, making them not only tasty but also beautiful.
1
We boil water with sugar until syrup forms.
- Water: 100 ml
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Powdered sugar: 125 g
2
Mix honey, egg, yolk, spices (anise, clove, cinnamon), baking powder and 5 tablespoons of flour with warm syrup and whisk. Gradually add the remaining flour and warm syrup.
- Honey: 200 g
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Egg yolk: 1 piece
- Spices: 1 teaspoon
- Wheat flour: 450 g
3
Roll out the dough on a floured board; continue kneading the dough, adding flour until it reaches the density of potato dough. Leave the dough in the cold for 12 hours.
- Wheat flour: 450 g
4
Roll out the dough to a thickness of 4-5 mm and cut geometric shapes using metal cutters, baking them on a greased tray at high heat. Once the cookies turn golden, place them on a board to cool completely and decorate with icing made from whipped egg whites and powdered sugar or with ready-made decorations.
- Powdered sugar: 125 g