Whole Wheat Honey Squares, a true rustic treat that feels like home and tradition.
Forget industrial cookies: these little jewels are prepared with whole wheat flour for a richer taste and an extra boost of fiber, and honey, which provides an unmistakable aromatic note.
Their square shape and rustic appearance are not accidental: they are designed to be absolutely perfect for dipping😋!
Whether in hot milk, tea, or coffee, the Squares absorb the liquid without crumbling immediately, ensuring you that moment of pure crunchy and then melty pleasure.
They are ideal for starting the day with the right energy or for a delicious and healthy snack. Try them and fall in love with their simplicity and goodness, but before going to discover the recipe just below the photo, as always, I leave you here other cookies to try.
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Rest time: 30 Minutes
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 40Pieces
- Cooking methods: Electric Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients for Whole Wheat Honey Cookies
- 3 1/3 cups whole wheat flour
- 3 tbsp honey
- 7 tbsp butter (or 1/3 cup sunflower seed oil)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (or cane sugar)
- 1/4 cup milk (or plant-based drink of choice)
- 1 egg (medium-large)
- 1 packet baking powder
- 1 packet vanillin (or the grated zest of 1 lemon or orange)
- 1 pinch salt
How to Prepare Whole Wheat Honey Squares
Dough Preparation: In a large bowl, work the softened butter (or oil) with the sugar until you obtain a cream.
Add the whole egg, honey, milk, and vanillin (or grated zest). Mix well to combine.Adding the Flour: Sift the whole wheat flour with the baking powder and a pinch of salt.
Gradually add the powders to the wet ingredients and start kneading, first with a spoon and then with your hands.
Work the dough just enough to obtain a smooth and firm dough ball. Avoid over-kneading.Rest: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
This will make it easier to work with.
Shaping the Squares: Take the dough and roll it out on a lightly floured surface with a rolling pin to a thickness of about 3/16 to 1/4 inch.
Using a knife or a pastry wheel, cut the dough into squares or rectangles of your desired size.You can lightly brush the surface with some milk and sprinkle with cane sugar, we scored the surface using the prongs of a fork.
Baking: Arrange the squares on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly.
Bake in a preheated static oven at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes on the middle rack.
Time may vary: the cookies should be golden on the edges and dry.
Remove the squares from the oven and let them cool completely on a rack. They will become crunchier.
Storage, Tips, and Variations for Whole Wheat Honey Squares
The whole wheat honey cookies can be stored in a bag or a tin box for several days.
You can flavor the whole wheat honey squares 🍯 with lemon zest🍋, orange zest, or cinnamon.
If you want, you can brush them with milk and sprinkle with colored sugar crystals or simply with cane sugar.
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