Qagħaq tal-Għasel - Honey Rings

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option with a similar texture.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats and are often less expensive.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add honey, vanilla extract, and milk to the butter mixture; mix well.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5 minutes.

Divide the dough into small pieces and shape each into a ring.

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

Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.

Sprinkle with cinnamon and chopped almonds.

Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 15-20 minutes.

Allow to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Dietary

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