Craving a wholesome cookie snack? Skip the sugar-laden store-bought biscuits.
These fluffy homemade shortbread cookies, infused with rich honey flavor, taste just like the ones my grandmother baked during my childhood.
With this straightforward recipe, you can whip up tender honey orange blossom cookies in just 15 minutes.
Here's my trusted family recipe for melt-in-your-mouth honey fondant biscuits. Watch how simple it is:
- 125 g butter
- 2 egg yolks
- 4 tablespoons honey
- 140 g flour
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 sachet baking powder
- 2 tablespoons orange blossom water
- Pinch of salt
- Baking paper
- Baking sheet
Preparation: 15 mins - Cooking: 10 mins - Serves: 6 people
1. Preheat oven to 180°C (thermostat 6) for 10 minutes.
2. Separate the egg yolks from the whites.
3. Melt the butter in the microwave.
4. In a bowl, combine egg yolks, sugar, honey, orange blossom water, and melted butter.
5. Whisk until smooth and homogeneous.
6. In another bowl, mix flour, salt, and baking powder.
7. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, whisking to avoid lumps.
8. When dough firms up, flour your hands and form a ball.
9. Roll into small 2 cm diameter balls.
10. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing 2 cm apart.
11. Bake for 10 minutes until edges are golden.
They're ready! These honey fondant cookies are irresistibly soft inside with a perfect honey sweetness.
Quick, easy, and far superior to any store-bought option – a true grandmother's treat.
Cool in the open oven. Pair with spiced tea for the ultimate indulgence.
I used mountain honey, but lavender, linden, or acacia varieties work beautifully too.
Swap orange blossom for lemon juice for a zesty twist – equally delicious.
Store in a tin or glass jar to maintain moisture. Check this storage trick.
Double the batch and freeze the dough – it freezes perfectly. Thaw and bake when cravings strike, no mess required!
