Crunchy Honey Holiday Cookies

A Sweet & Satisfying Treat from Wisconsin Bee Company!

The holidays are full of warm traditions, and nothing says “home for the holidays” quite like the smell of cookies baking in the oven. At Wisconsin Bee Company, we’re sharing one of our favorite festive recipes that highlights the golden goodness of our Wildflower Honey, these Crunchy Honey Holiday Cookies are a perfect blend of crisp texture, comforting spices, and rich honey flavor.

Whether you’re baking for a holiday party or gifting a tin of homemade treats, these cookies offer a sweet way to celebrate the season, naturally.

Crunchy Honey Holiday Cookies

Ingredients:

• ½ cup Wisconsin Bee Co. Honey

• ½ cup brown sugar (packed)

• ½ cup butter (softened)

• 1 large egg

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• ½ tsp ground ginger

• ½ tsp ground nutmeg

• 1 cup crisped rice cereal or crushed cornflakes

• Optional: ½ cup chopped nuts or holiday-colored sprinkles

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, honey, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

3. Add the egg and mix until smooth.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.

5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.

6. Gently fold in the crisped rice cereal (and optional nuts or sprinkles).

7. Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing a few inches apart.

8. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.

9. Allow to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Why You’ll Love These Cookies

These cookies are delightfully crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and full of holiday spice. Our Wildflower Honey adds a naturally sweet flavor and beautiful golden hue that can’t be beat. Plus, the cereal gives each bite a satisfying crunch that makes them stand out from the usual cookie lineup.

Make It a Holiday Tradition

Bake a double batch and share them with neighbors, teachers, and friends or leave a few out for Santa with a note that says “Made with Wisconsin Honey!”

From all of us at Wisconsin Bee Company, happy baking and happy holidays!