## Chef's notes

👩‍🍳 Dear Honeys

We're thrilled to share this bee-kissed recipe with you! These cookies are not just treats; they're tiny, edible pieces of holiday joy... like bitcoins. Each cookie is unique and holds its value in every bit.
Whether you're baking for family, friends, or just treating yourself, remember that each cookie is a canvas for your creativity. Enjoy the sweet aromas filling your kitchen and the smiles these cookies will bring. 

Happy Baking and Happy Holidays! 🎉🎁

## Details

- ⏲️ Prep time: 80
- 🍳 Cook time: 10
- 🍽️ Servings: 6

## Ingredients

- 1 cup honey 🍯
- 3/4 cup brown sugar 🧂
- 1 large egg 🥚
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice 🍋
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 🌾
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- Pinch of salt 🧂
- Powdered sugar for buzz ❄️


## Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the honey from friendly honeybees and brown sugar. Beat in the egg and lemon juice until well blended.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
5. Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
6. Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness
7.  Cut Out Cookies: Use hexagon-shaped cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheets to look like a honeycomb
8. Bake: Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are just starting to brown.
9. Cool and Decorate: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar to add some buzz. 
10. Enjoy your honey-infused Alby Christmas cookies with a warm cup of tea or coffee!