Experience a taste of Germany with these Honey Almond Cookies, inspired by the famous German honey almond cake. These cookies are a perfect blend of crunchy texture, sweet honey, and rich almonds, topped with a smooth and creamy filling. They're a delightful treat that combines traditional flavors in a new and exciting way.
Why You'll Love This:
- Unique combination of honey, almonds, and creamy filling.
- Crispy and delicious with a delightful sweetness.
- A creative twist on a classic German cake.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for special occasions, holiday gatherings, or as a sophisticated treat with your afternoon tea or coffee.
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 330g flour (approx. 3 cups)
- 200g butter
- 80g powdered sugar (approx. 4 tablespoons)
- 1 egg
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
For the Honey Almond Topping:
- 50g butter (approx. 2 tablespoons)
- 50g sugar (approx. 2 tablespoons)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
For the Filling:
- 150g cream cheese (labneh)
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough:
- Knead all dough ingredients together until smooth.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Make the Honey Almond Topping:
- In a pan, melt butter with sugar and honey.
- Add almonds and stir well.
- Shape and Bake Cookies:
- Roll out the dough and cut into circles using a cookie cutter.
- Place half of the circles on a baking sheet.
- Spread honey almond mixture on these circles (about 1 teaspoon per cookie).
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for 15 minutes.
- Allow to cool on the tray.
- Prepare the Filling:
- Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon juice.
- Transfer to a piping bag.
- Assemble the Cookies:
- Pipe the filling onto the plain cookie circles.
- Top with the honey almond cookies.
Enjoy these Honey Almond Cookies, a scrumptious treat that brings the essence of a German classic to your cookie jar!
