Salted Honey Cookies
Salted honey cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly balances sweet and salty flavors in every bite. Soft and chewy, these cookies feature the rich taste of honey complemented by a sprinkle of sea salt, creating an irresistible flavor experience. Whether enjoyed with a warm cup of tea or shared at gatherings, these cookies are sure to impress everyone who tries them.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ tsp sea salt (plus extra for sprinkling)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking soda; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes). Add honey and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Drop tablespoon-sized scoops of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart. Sprinkle each with sea salt.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden around the edges. Allow cooling on sheets for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg