Delicate Honey Corn Lace Cookies
Discover the irresistible charm of Delicate Honey Corn Lace Cookies! After much trial and error with lace cookies, I stumbled upon a wonderfully simple recipe that enabled me to finally achieve the perfect texture and flavor. This version, adapted with corn syrup for a neutral sweetness, is both quick and easy to make, requiring only four pantry staples. These cookies transform into delightful, crisp treats that bubble and spread beautifully in the oven. Serve them as dainty desserts, fill them with creamy buttercream for an elegant sandwich, or mold them into whimsical mini ice cream bowls or cones. Whether for a special occasion or just a sweet snack, these lace cookies are guaranteed to impress!
12
Servings
N/A
Calories
4
Ingredients
Ingredients
brown sugar
2 tablespoons (packed)
butter
2 tablespoons (unsalted)
honey or corn syrup
1 1/2 tablespoons (choose corn syrup for a neutral flavor)
flour
2 tablespoons (all-purpose)
Instructions
1
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 tablespoons of packed brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, and 1 1/2 tablespoons of honey or corn syrup.
2
Heat over low to medium heat, stirring frequently until the mixture is completely melted and smooth.
3
Once melted, remove from heat and whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour until fully incorporated and smooth.
4
Allow the batter to cool slightly before using a teaspoon to drop about a teaspoon of the batter onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them approximately 3 inches apart to allow for spreading.
5
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the cookies for about 6 minutes or until they are noticeably golden brown across the surface.
6
Once the cookies are golden and bubbly, remove them from the oven. Let them sit on the baking sheet for a couple of minutes to firm up.
7
Carefully pick up each cookie with your fingers and transfer them to a cooling rack. Allow them to cool completely until crisp.
8
Once cooled, they can be enjoyed plain, made into delightful sandwiches with buttercream, or shaped into mini ice cream bowls or cones.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Delicate Honey Corn Lace Cookies?
They are thin, crisp treats that bubble and spread in the oven to create a lace-like texture, featuring a delicate honey or corn syrup flavor.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
This simple recipe requires only four pantry staples.
What are the four main ingredients needed?
The ingredients are brown sugar, unsalted butter, honey or corn syrup, and all-purpose flour.
Should I use honey or corn syrup?
You can use either; however, choosing corn syrup will provide a more neutral sweetness.
What is the benefit of using corn syrup in this recipe?
Corn syrup provides a neutral flavor profile compared to the more distinct taste of honey.
How should the brown sugar be measured?
The brown sugar should be packed when measured into the 2 tablespoons.
What type of butter is best for these cookies?
The recipe specifically calls for 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
What kind of flour is used?
You should use 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
How do I begin preparing the batter?
In a medium saucepan, combine the packed brown sugar, unsalted butter, and honey or corn syrup.
What heat setting should I use to melt the base ingredients?
The mixture should be heated over low to medium heat.
Do I need to stir the mixture while it melts?
Yes, stir the mixture frequently until it is completely melted and smooth.
When do I add the flour?
Remove the saucepan from the heat once the sugar and butter mixture is melted, then whisk in the flour.
How should the flour be mixed into the batter?
Whisk the flour in until it is fully incorporated and the batter is smooth.
Should I use the batter immediately after mixing in the flour?
It is recommended to allow the batter to cool slightly before dropping it onto the baking sheet.
How much batter is used for each cookie?
Use a teaspoon to drop about a teaspoon of batter per cookie.
What should the baking sheet be prepared with?
The baking sheet should be lined with parchment paper.
How far apart should the cookies be spaced?
Space the batter drops approximately 3 inches apart on the baking sheet.
Why do these cookies require so much space on the tray?
The spacing is necessary because the cookies bubble and spread significantly during the baking process.
What is the required oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
How long do the lace cookies bake?
The cookies bake for about 6 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are done?
They are finished when they are noticeably golden brown across the entire surface.
What should I do immediately after taking them out of the oven?
Let the cookies sit on the baking sheet for a couple of minutes to firm up.
How do I transfer the cookies to a cooling rack?
Once they have firmed up for a few minutes, carefully pick up each cookie with your fingers and move them.
How long should the cookies cool?
Allow them to cool completely on a rack until they are crisp.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 12 servings.
Can I serve these cookies plain?
Yes, they can be enjoyed as delightful, crisp plain cookies.
What kind of sandwiches can I make with these?
You can fill two cookies with creamy buttercream to create an elegant sandwich cookie.
Can these cookies be molded into different shapes?
Yes, while warm, they can be molded into whimsical mini ice cream bowls or cones.
Are these cookies difficult to make?
No, this version is specifically adapted to be both quick and easy to make.
For what occasions are these cookies suitable?
They are perfect for special occasions, elegant desserts, or simply as a sweet snack.