Irresistibly Sweet Salted Honey Cookies You Must Try!

These Salted Honey Cookies are a delightful treat, balancing sweet honey and salty fleur de sel for a perfect indulgence.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Chilling Time 1 30

Total Time 1 55

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Dough

1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
½ cup oil neutral oil
1 cup brown sugar packed
½ cup honey or maple syrup
1 large egg for vegan option, use flax egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure extract recommended
2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
1 teaspoon baking soda essential for rising
½ teaspoon salt fleur de sel recommended
1 teaspoon cinnamon adjust to taste

Equipment

mixing bowl
electric mixer
cookie scoop
baking sheet
parchment paper
wire rack

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine unsalted butter, oil, brown sugar, and honey. Beat until smooth and creamy.
Add egg and vanilla extract, gently beat until just combined without overmixing.
Gradually add flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Mix on low just until combined.
Portion dough into balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover and refrigerate for 1.5 hours.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake cookies for about 10 minutes until edges are set and centers soft.
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Sprinkle fleur de sel on top while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Cookies can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Chilling the dough is crucial for texture.

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