Spicy Cookies with Ginger and Honey

6 servings

60 minutes

Spicy ginger and honey cookies embody the warmth and coziness of European cuisine. Its roots trace back to ancient winter baking traditions where honey and spices symbolized celebration. This dessert has a rich aroma that intertwines the sweetness of honey with the spiciness of fresh ginger. Crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, it pairs perfectly with a cup of hot tea or coffee. Due to its spicy flavor, the cookies are great for cozy evenings or festive treats. Additionally, they have a long shelf life, making them an excellent option for gifts or stocking up for family tea time.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 507.3
• Proteins: 8.2g
• Fats: 15.9g
• Carbohydrates: 85.4g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 400 g
• Chicken egg: 1 pc
• Powdered sugar: 100 g
• Honey: 100 g
• Butter: 100 g
• Ground cinnamon: 0.5 tsp
• Baking powder: 0.5 tsp
• Ginger root: 1 pc
• Ground ginger: 0.5 tsp
• Ground allspice: 0.5 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Grate the peeled ginger (2-3 cm) on a grater.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ginger root: 1 piece

2. In a bowl, mix flour with baking powder, softened butter, egg, honey, ginger, and all spices.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 400 g
   • Baking powder: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Butter: 100 g
   • Chicken egg: 1 piece
   • Honey: 100 g
   • Ginger root: 1 piece
   • Ground cinnamon: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Ground ginger: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Ground allspice: 0.5 teaspoon

3. Knead a soft dough. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

4. Dust the table with flour and roll out the dough to a thickness of 0.5 cm.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 400 g

5. Preheat the oven to 160 degrees. Line the baking tray with parchment paper.

6. Cut cookies from the dough with molds and place them on a baking sheet.

7. Bake the cookies for 15-20 minutes, then cool.