Wholesome Honey Sugar Cookies
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Cuisine: American
These Wholesome Honey Sugar Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic sugar cookie recipe. The addition of honey adds a subtle sweetness and depth of flavor, making these cookies perfect for any occasion. They are soft, chewy, and irresistibly delicious!
Difficulty: MEDIUM
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
Serving Size: Makes 24 cookies
Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- Additional sugar for coating
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, honey, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Using a cookie scoop, form dough into balls and roll each ball in additional sugar to coat.
- Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.