Russian Honey Spice Cookies (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1/2 cup instant coffee.
02 - 1/2 cup hot water.
03 - 1 cup butter.
04 - 1 cup granulated sugar.
05 - 1 1/2 cups honey.
06 - 1-2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
07 - 1/2 teaspoon allspice.
08 - 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg.
09 - 1/2 teaspoon anise.
10 - 2 eggs.
11 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda.
12 - 1 teaspoon white vinegar.
13 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder.
14 - 6 cups all-purpose flour.
15 - 4 1/2 cups powdered sugar.
16 - 1/2 cup milk.

# Instructions:

01 - Dissolve coffee in hot water. Add butter, sugar, honey and bring to boil until butter melts. Cool 10-15 minutes.
02 - Mix in vanilla, allspice, nutmeg and anise to cooled mixture.
03 - Whisk in eggs, baking soda dissolved in vinegar, and baking powder until fizzy.
04 - Add flour and mix well. Let rest covered for 4 hours or overnight.
05 - Form 1 tablespoon balls, bake at 325°F for 20-25 minutes.
06 - Mix powdered sugar and milk for glaze. Dip cooled cookies and let dry completely.

# Notes:

01 - Can add additional spices like cinnamon or cardamom.
02 - Makes large batch perfect for gifting.
03 - Freezes well for several months.

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