Description
These Salted Honey Cookies offer a delightful balance of sweet and salty flavors, combining the natural sweetness of honey with a hint of flaky sea salt on top. Soft and chewy with a subtle cinnamon undertone, these cookies are perfect for any occasion and easy to make with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ⅓ cup honey
- ⅓ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Topping
- Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, honey, and brown sugar until light and creamy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and well incorporated.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
- Chill the dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Chilling deepens the flavor and prevents spreading during baking.
- Preheat oven and prepare sheet: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop and bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them on the sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are just set.
- Add sea salt topping: Immediately after removing from the oven, sprinkle the warm cookies with a pinch of flaky sea salt for a perfect salty-sweet contrast.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For deeper flavor, ensure the butter is fully softened before mixing.
- Optional cinnamon adds a warm spice note but can be omitted if preferred.
- Refrigerating the dough is important for controlling spread and enhancing texture.
- Use flaky sea salt for the best texture and flavor contrast.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
