Ingredients
For the Dough:
* 2 eggs (room temperature)
* 100g soft butter
* 100g honey
* 100g powdered sugar
* 400g flour
* 1 tsp baking powder
* 1 tbsp cocoa powder
* 1 tsp cinnamon
* ½ tsp ground ginger
* ¼ tsp nutmeg powder
For the Glaze:
* 1 egg white
* 200g powdered sugar
* 1-2 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough:
* In a bowl, whisk the soft butter, powdered sugar, and honey until creamy.
* Add the eggs and mix until smooth and uniform.
* Gradually sift in the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and spices. Mix until combined.
* Knead the dough gently-it should be soft and pleasant to handle.
2. Shape the Cookies:
* Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
* Roll out the dough to a thickness of approximately 4 mm.
* Use a snowflake-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cookies.
* Arrange the snowflakes in a circular shape to form a wreath. To ensure symmetry, use a round guide, such as a plate or cake ring, that can also fit in the oven.
* Cut out 6-7 additional snowflakes for decoration.
3. Bake the Cookies:
* Place the wreath and extra snowflakes on a lined baking sheet.
* Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes. Check for doneness a couple of minutes early to prevent burning.
4. Prepare the Glaze:
* Beat the egg white, powdered sugar, and lemon juice with a mixer until a fluffy, white glaze forms. Transfer to a piping bag for decorating.
5. Decorate the Cookies:
* Once the wreath and snowflakes have cooled, use the glaze to decorate. Create intricate designs on the snowflakes and allow them to set.
* Use the glaze to “glue” the extra snowflakes onto the wreath for a layered, 3D effect.
* Let the decorations dry completely before handling.
6. Final Touches:
* Add a ribbon to the wreath for a festive touch. Allow the icing to set for a couple of hours before displaying or serving.
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