Honey Refrigerator Cookies

Dairy Free
Honey Refrigerator Cookies
45 min.
80
44kcal

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Indulge in the delightful sweetness of Honey Refrigerator Cookies, a treat that perfectly balances flavor and simplicity. Whether you're hosting a celebration or simply craving a comforting dessert, these cookies are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. With their creamy texture and subtle hints of honey, they embody the essence of homemade goodness.

What makes these cookies truly special is their dairy-free nature, allowing everyone to enjoy them without worry. The unique preparation method—allowing the dough to ripen in the refrigerator—ensures that every bite is bursting with flavor and perfectly baked to a golden finish. This means you can prepare the dough ahead of time and slice it just before baking, making it an ideal solution for busy lifestyles.

The combination of brown sugar and honey delivers a rich sweetness while the nut meats add a delightful crunch, creating a harmonious blend of textures. Not only are these cookies a tasty dessert, but they are also a low-calorie option at just 44 kcal each, making it easy to indulge guilt-free. So why not gather your ingredients and dive into the world of baking? Experience the joy of creating these irresistible Honey Refrigerator Cookies that will leave everyone asking for more!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon seltzer water (see Recipe Notes)
  •  eggs 
  • 2.5 cups flour 
  • 0.5 cup honey 
  • 0.5 cup pinenuts (see Recipe Notes)
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup shortening 

Equipment

  • oven

Directions

  1. Cream together 1/2 cup each of honey, brown sugar, and shortening. Beat in 1 egg; then add 2 1/2 cups flour sifted with 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup nut meats. Shape the dough into a roll or loaf, or press it into refrigerator cookie molds. Allow the dough to ripen for a day or two in the refrigerator before you slice and bake it in a hot oven (400°F) for 10 to 12 minutes.
  2. Recipe Notes
  3. The shortening should be at room temperature before beating.
  4. "Soda" is baking soda.
  5. Use 1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts.
  6. Instead of pressing the cookies into molds, roll the dough into 2-inch-diameter rectangular logs, then slice and bake.
  7. From The Gourmet Cookie Book: The Single Best Recipe from Each Year 1941-2009 by Condé Nast Publications. Copyright © 2010 by Condé Nast Publications; photographs copyright © 2010 by Condé Nast Publications. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company.

Nutrition Facts

Calories44kcal
Protein5.33%
Fat39.2%
Carbs55.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.74
Glycemic Load
3.08
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.0382608716255%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:43.7kcal
2.19%
Fat:1.95g
3%
Saturated Fat:0.38g
2.41%
Carbohydrates:6.2g
2.07%
Net Carbohydrates:6.06g
2.2%
Sugar:3.12g
3.46%
Cholesterol:2.05mg
0.68%
Sodium:21.23mg
0.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.6g
1.19%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.18%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.28%
Selenium:1.53µg
2.19%
Folate:7.75µg
1.94%
Iron:0.26mg
1.46%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.44%
Vitamin B3:0.27mg
1.36%
Phosphorus:11.39mg
1.14%
Vitamin K:1.15µg
1.1%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.1%
Source:Epicurious