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Appenzell Honey Cakes Swiss Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of Appenzell Honey Cakes, traditional Swiss cookies straight from "The Swiss Cookbook." These melt-in-your-mouth treats combine the rich flavor of honey with warm spices and a hint of Kirsch. Perfect for afternoon tea or a special occasion, this recipe is surprisingly easy to follow – even for beginner bakers! (Note: Chilling time is not included in the cook time.)

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 49.1 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Appenzell Honey Cakes Swiss Cookies

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How to Make Appenzell Honey Cakes Swiss Cookies

  1. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup granulated sugar, ½ cup honey, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground cloves, and 1 tablespoon Kirsch (cherry brandy – optional) until light and fluffy.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour and 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a stiff dough forms.
  4. Lightly flour a clean surface and knead the dough for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
  5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Lightly flour your work surface.
  7. Roll out the chilled dough to ½-inch thickness.
  8. Use a 3-inch cookie cutter (or a knife) to cut out rounds.
  9. Arrange the cookies on ungreased baking sheets.
  10. Brush the tops of the cookies with a little milk.
  11. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  12. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g

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