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Chewy Salted Honey Cookies

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A recipe for cookies that achieve a distinctly chewy texture, balancing the sweetness of honey with a touch of finishing salt.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (for dough)
  • 1/4 cup honey, warmed slightly (for brushing)
  • Flaky sea salt (like Maldon) for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the 1/2 cup of honey until combined. Mix in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft.
  8. Immediately upon removing the cookies from the oven, lightly brush the tops with the warmed 1/4 cup of honey.
  9. Sprinkle generously with flaky sea salt while the honey is still tacky.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before scooping helps prevent excessive spreading and improves chewiness.
  • Using light brown sugar, which contains molasses, contributes significantly to the soft, chewy texture.
  • For the best texture, do not overbake; remove them when the center looks slightly underdone.

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