Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 whole lemon, zested
- 1 Tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside to prepare for baking.
- Beat Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with powdered sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which should take about 2 minutes. This step incorporates air to keep the cookies tender.
- Add Flavorings: Mix in honey, lemon zest, and chopped fresh rosemary. Beat the mixture just until all ingredients are combined, ensuring even distribution of flavors.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the all-purpose flour and kosher salt to the bowl. Beat just until the dough starts to come together, forming a ball without overworking it to keep the cookies tender.
- Shape the Dough: Drop the cookie dough onto the prepared parchment paper. Using warm hands, press and shape the dough into a 10-inch by 12-inch rectangle. If the dough is crumbly, warm your hands slightly to help it bind. If it is sticky, lightly flour your hands to make shaping easier.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 17 to 20 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Cut and Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and immediately cut the dough into squares using a serrated knife. Allow the cookies to cool on the pan for 10 minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing and better texture.
- Use fresh rosemary, finely chopped, for the best flavor infusion.
- Cut the cookies immediately after baking while they’re still warm to get clean edges.
- If dough is difficult to handle, adjusting hand temperature or flour helps control consistency.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
