Best 2 Honey Nut Christmas Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the warmth and sweetness of the holiday season with our delectable Honey Nut Christmas Cookies, a delightful treat that captures the festive spirit. These cookies are a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas, featuring a crisp exterior that crumbles at the first bite, revealing a soft, chewy interior bursting with the nutty goodness of walnuts and pecans, enveloped in a glaze of sweet honey that adds a touch of elegance to each bite. Our collection offers a variety of recipes to suit every taste, from classic Honey Nut Cookies to unique variations like Honey Nut Thumbprint Cookies filled with your favorite preserves, Honey Nut Meringue Cookies that add a touch of lightness, and Honey Nut Shortbread Cookies for a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure perfect results, whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a baking adventure that will fill your kitchen with the sweet scents of the holidays and create unforgettable memories with every bite.

Let's cook with our recipes!

HONEY-NUT CHRISTMAS COOKIES



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My sons, Aaron and Zach, adore these at Christmastime and like to warm them in the microwave before they eat them. They're well worth the time they take. -Glenda Herz, Lawrence, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cold butter, cubed
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans, divided
1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup honey, divided
1 teaspoon butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place flour in a large bowl. Cut in cold butter and cream cheese until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Shape into two disks; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until easy to handle., Preheat oven to 325°. Place sugar and 1 cup pecans in a food processor; cover and process until pecans are finely chopped. Transfer to a small bowl; stir in 1/3 cup honey, butter and cinnamon., On a lightly floured surface, roll one portion of dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-in. round cookie cutter. Place a teaspoonful of filling on the center of half of the circles; top with remaining circles. Press edges with a fork to seal. Repeat with remaining dough., Transfer to greased baking sheets. Brush with remaining honey and sprinkle with remaining pecans. Bake 18-22 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts :

HONEY NUT CHRISTMAS COOKIES



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Categories     Cookies

Yield cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cup flour
1/8 tsp salt
1 cup butter, chilled
8 oz cream cheese
1 cup walnuts
1/4 cup granulated sugar
6 tbsp honey
1 tsp butter, melted
1/2 tsp sinnamon

Steps:

  • Combine flour & salt, cut in butter & cream cheese until course grain. Fridge 1 hour. Preheat oven to 375. Grind nuts & sugar in processor, stir in honey, melted butter, & cinnamon. Roll dough 1/8" thick, cut into 2" circles. Put 1 tsp filling on circle and cover with another circle, press edges with fork. Bake 16-18 min.

Tips:

  • Use room-temperature butter and eggs for a smoother batter.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy for a more tender cookie.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to avoid overmixing.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling and baking to prevent spreading.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
  • Allow the cookies to cool completely before decorating or storing.

Conclusion:

Honey Nut Christmas Cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for the holiday season. With their combination of sweet honey, crunchy nuts, and warm spices, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. They are also relatively easy to make, making them a great option for bakers of all skill levels. So next time you're looking for a holiday cookie recipe, give Honey Nut Christmas Cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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