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Salted Honey Cookies Recipe

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These Salted Honey Cookies blend the rich, nutty flavor of browned butter with the natural sweetness of honey and a touch of flaky sea salt for a delightful balance of sweet and savory. Perfectly soft and chewy with a hint of caramelized depth, these cookies make a delicious treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 10 tablespoons butter (salted or unsalted, 141 grams)
  • 1/3 cup honey (113 grams)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste

Dry Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar (packed, 102 grams)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 grams)
  • 1 ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (325 grams)

For Rolling and Topping

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (for rolling cookies)
  • Flaky sea salt (to sprinkle on top)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Butter: Place the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the butter melts, foams, and turns a deep amber color with a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let it cool for 5 minutes.
  2. Combine Butter and Honey: Pour the browned butter and honey into a medium mixing bowl and stir to combine. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator until it is soft but solid, ensuring the mixture is fully cooled before proceeding.
  3. Mix Sugars and Wet Ingredients: Add the light brown sugar and granulated sugar to the butter-honey mixture and mix until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla bean paste and beat on high speed for 3 minutes, scraping down the sides occasionally until the batter lightens in color.
  4. Add Dry Ingredients: Sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl to make sure all flour is incorporated.
  5. Shape the Cookies: Scoop approximately ¼ cup of dough and roll it into a ball. Roll each ball in granulated sugar, then press flaky sea salt into the dough to help it stick and add a salty crunch.
  6. Bake the Cookies: Arrange the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or silicone mats, spacing them well to allow spreading. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 9-11 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
  7. Cool Before Serving: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Be sure to monitor the butter closely when browning to avoid burning; the change from foaming to nutty amber can happen quickly.
  • Press the flaky sea salt gently into the dough to ensure it adheres well and enhances the flavor profile.
  • For best texture, avoid overbaking; the cookies should be soft in the center when removed.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

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