French Honey Butter Cookies

Welcome to another delicious vegan recipe on our blog! Today, we’re diving into the art of making French Honey Butter Cookies. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, offering a delightful combination of buttery richness and sweet honey flavor. Let’s get started!

Ingredients

For the Cookies

• ½ cup butter, softened to room temperature
• ¼ cup powdered sugar, sifted
• 1 egg yolk, at room temperature
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 Tablespoon honey
• 1 1/8 cups all-purpose flour OR cake flour
• ¼ teaspoon salt

For the Glaze

• ¾ cup powdered sugar, sifted
• 1 Tablespoon milk
• 1 teaspoon honey

Instructions

Make the Dough

1. Cream the Butter and Sugar: Use a spatula to mix the butter and sugar until it turns pale in color and light in texture.
2. Add the Egg Yolk, Vanilla Extract, and Honey: Mix until combined.
3. Sift in the Flour and Salt: Mix to form a soft dough.
4. Refrigerate the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Divide and Roll the Dough

1. Remove the Dough from the Refrigerator: Divide it into 2 equal portions.
2. Roll Each Piece: Shape each piece into a cylinder approximately 4 inches long and 1 inch thick.
3. Freeze the Cylinder-Shaped Dough: Wrap the cylinders separately in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 45 minutes OR freeze for 25 to 30 minutes.

Baking

1. Preheat the Oven: Set it to 356 F (180 C, 160 C fan). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. Prepare the Dough for Baking: Remove from the freezer or fridge and unwrap the shaped dough. Slice into 0.4-inch thick disks and place on the baking sheet.
3. Optional Step: If the cookie slices become soft while slicing, refrigerate the cookie sheet with the slices for about 10 minutes to prevent spreading during baking.
4. Bake: Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until golden. Remove from the oven but leave the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up and become crisp as they cool.

Make the Glaze

1. Whisk the Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk powdered sugar, honey, and milk together until thick and smooth.
2. Apply the Glaze: Spread the glaze over the cooled cookies using a spatula or pipe it evenly with a piping bag (without a nozzle).

Conclusion

There you have it—delicious French Honey Butter Cookies! These cookies are not only a treat for your taste buds but also a delightful addition to any dessert table. Enjoy baking and sharing these with friends and family. Happy baking!