Honey-Ginger Spiced Cookies

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-09 · Updated 2026-04-09

Crisp, aromatic cookies with warm ginger and honey, featuring a delicate balance of sweetness and spice for a traditional Scandinavian treat. This Swedish-inspired recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 24, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 large egg

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: Whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground cloves, and 1/4 tsp salt in a medium bowl.
3. Step 3: Beat 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter and 1/2 cup honey with an electric mixer for 2 minutes until smooth. Add 1 large egg and beat until fully incorporated.
4. Step 4: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until dough comes together.
5. Step 5: Roll dough into 1-inch balls, place 2 inches apart on baking sheets, and flatten slightly with palm.
6. Step 6: Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are golden, rotating sheets halfway through for even browning.
7. Step 7: Cool on sheets 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack.