Description
Lace Cookies, or Florentine Cookies, are a delightful treat that combines a crispy, caramelized texture with a rich layer of smooth chocolate. Perfect for a special occasion or as a homemade gift, these cookies offer a beautiful contrast between the delicate lace-like structure and the decadent chocolate coating.
Ingredients
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup candied orange peel, chopped (optional)
4 oz dark chocolate, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter, sugar, and honey over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Remove the butter mixture from the heat and stir in the flour, baking powder, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Fold in the sliced almonds and candied orange peel (if using).
- Drop teaspoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them at least 2 inches apart. The dough will spread during baking.
- Bake the cookies for 6-8 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown and the cookies become crispy.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies are cooling, melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water or in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between.
- Once the cookies have cooled, dip the bottoms of each cookie into the melted chocolate, letting any excess drip off before placing them on parchment paper to set.
- Allow the chocolate to harden completely before serving or storing.
Notes
Nut Options: Use sliced almonds or substitute with hazelnuts or pistachios.
Fruit Addition: Try dried cranberries or lemon zest instead of candied orange peel.
Chocolate Variations: Experiment with milk or white chocolate for a different flavor.
Vegan Version: Use plant-based butter and maple syrup to make these cookies vegan-friendly.
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheating: Best enjoyed at room temperature; do not recommend reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
