Medoviya Prianiki Russian Honey Rye Cookies
Transport your taste buds to the heart of Russia with Medoviya Prianiki, traditional honey rye cookies that combine rustic charm with a deep, spiced flavor. Made with a blend of rye and all-purpose flour, these cookies boast a unique nutty texture complemented by the warmth of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. Sweetened with rich honey and brown sugar, and lightly dusted with powdered sugar for an optional decorative touch, they strike the perfect balance between indulgence and simplicity. Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, these soft and aromatic treats are perfect companions to your favorite tea or coffee. Discover the allure of Russian baking with this recipe, an excellent introduction to old-world flavors and wholesome ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Rye flour
- 100 grams All-purpose flour
- 150 grams Honey
- 50 grams Unsalted butter
- 50 grams Brown sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 20 grams Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small saucepan, combine the honey, unsalted butter, and brown sugar. Heat over low heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture is smooth and the sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the rye flour, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until evenly mixed.
Add the cooled honey mixture to the dry ingredients, along with the egg. Mix until a dough forms. It will be sticky but manageable.
Lightly flour your hands and a clean work surface. Scoop small portions of dough (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into balls.
Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2-3 cm (1 inch) of space between them. Flatten each ball slightly with your fingertips to form discs.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are firm to the touch and lightly golden. Do not overbake; they should remain soft inside.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, you can dust the cookies with powdered sugar if desired for a decorative touch.
Serve with tea, coffee, or milk, and enjoy the warm, spiced flavors of these traditional Russian treats!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2237 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.1 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.6 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 330 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 1366 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 427.2 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.8 g | 124% | |
| Total Sugars | 193.6 g | ||
| Protein | 38.9 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1382 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
