Soft, Chewy Rosh Hashanah Honey-Walnut Cookies

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 0
Soft, Chewy Rosh Hashanah Honey-Walnut Cookies for a sweet Jewish New Year
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Prep

20 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

42 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
3/4 cup butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
18
Calories
220
Sugar
14g
Fat
11g
Rosh Hashanah is a Jewish holiday celebrating the Jewish New Year. It is traditional to eat sweet foods to symbolize the hope for a sweet new year ahead. These Soft, Chewy Rosh Hashanah Honey-Walnut Cookies are the perfect dessert to celebrate this occasion. The cookies are soft and chewy with a delicious sweet flavor and a satisfying crunch from the walnuts. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed with family and friends.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3.Stir in chopped walnuts.
4.In a separate large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
5.Add honey and vanilla extract, then mix until well combined.
6.Beat in egg and continue to mix until smooth.
7.Gradually stir in the flour mixture until just incorporated.
8.Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
9.Remove the dough from the refrigerator and roll it into small balls.
10.Place the dough balls onto a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden brown.

PROS

These cookies are soft and chewy with a delicious sweet flavor.

Honey provides an extra level of sweetness and the walnuts give a satisfying crunch.

They are perfect for celebrating Rosh Hashanah and other Jewish holidays.

CONS

The cookies are high in sugar and fat, so they should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They are also not suitable for those who are allergic to nuts.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Walnuts are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for brain health.
Honey has antioxidant properties and can help boost the immune system.

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