Filled Beehive Cookies

Delightful and visually charming, these Filled Beehive Cookies are a perfect blend of buttery cookie dough and a luscious honey-almond filling. Shaped like miniature beehives, these cookies are as fun to make as they are to eat, with their unique design bringing a playful yet elegant touch to your dessert table. The cookies are soft and crumbly with a subtle sweetness, while the creamy filling, enhanced with a hint of honey and almond extract, adds an irresistible burst of flavor. Ideal for spring gatherings, tea parties, or holiday baking, these cookies can be customized with a touch of yellow food coloring to match their honey-inspired theme. With just 30 minutes of prep time, these whimsical treats are sure to impress family and friends alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:42 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract
• 0 as desired Optional: food coloring

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a handheld or stand mixer (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Divide the dough into small balls, about 1 tablespoon of dough each. Shape each ball into a beehive by pinching the top gently to create a pointed peak.

Step 7

Place the beehive-shaped dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.

Step 8

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 9

While the cookies are cooling, prepare the filling. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, heavy cream, honey, and almond extract until smooth. If desired, add a drop of food coloring to match a 'honey' theme.

Step 10

Using a piping bag or a small spoon, carefully fill the hollow centers of the cookies with the prepared filling.

Step 11

Optional: Dust the tops of the cookies with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	898.5 grams (898.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3355

Total Fat 123.20g	158%
Saturated Fat 67.10g	335%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 836mg	279%
Sodium 1287mg	56%
Total Carbohydrate 520.30g	189%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 286.80g
Protein 50.70g	101%

Vitamin D 123IU	615%
Calcium 152mg	12%
Iron 17mg	93%
Potassium 584mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.7%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 61.3%