Honningkaker Honey Cookies

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, heat the honey until it becomes thin and runny. Remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly.

2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the egg and continue to mix until well incorporated.

3. Stir in the warm honey, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves until the mixture is well combined.

4. In a separate bowl, sift together the baking soda and all-purpose flour. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.

5. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let it firm up.

6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

7. On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out your desired shapes.

8. Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets and, if desired, press a sliced almond into the center of each cookie for decoration.

9. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.

10. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

11. Store the Honningkaker Honey Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They also freeze well for longer storage.