Honey Piparkukas - The best ginger cookies for winter cold - traditional Latvian Christmas cookies.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a subtle flavor.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Maple syrup provides a similar sweetness with a unique taste.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg replacer

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative that binds well.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Mix flour, baking soda, and spices in a bowl.

In a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Add honey and eggs to the butter mixture, mixing until combined.

Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a dough forms.

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 5mm thick.

Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters.

Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.

Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.

Decorate with icing and candy decorations as desired.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens