Medianyky (Honey Cookies)

Servings: 12

Ingredients

 * 4 c unbleached all-purpose flour
 * 1 tsp ground cinnamon
 * 1/2 tsp ground cloves
 * 1/2 tsp ground ginger
 * 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
 * 1 c powdered sugar
 * 2 tsp baking powder
 * 2 extra large eggs
 * 1 c honey
 * 2 Tbsp Chopped orange peel
 * 1 large egg; beaten with a little water For Glazing
 * 20 blanched almonds
 * coarse sugar Crystals

Directions

 * 1) Sift together the flour, spices, sugar, and baking powder
 * 2) Add the eggs, honey, and orange peel, and mix to make a soft dough
 * 3) On a floured work surface, roll out hte dough to about 1/2-inch thick
 * 4) Cut into shapes and place on a lightly greased or non-stick cookie sheet
 * 5) Brush each cookie with the egg wash
 * 6) Place 1/2 of an almond in the center of each cookie, and sprinkle with decorative sugar crystals
 * 7) Bake in an oven which has been preheated to 350F until done; about 15 minutes
 * 8) Cool on wire racks
 * 9) Store in an airtight container.

contributed by :

 * World Recipes Y-Group