Pierniczki (Spiced Cookies)
Soft, spiced cookies inspired by Polish pierniczki – perfect with coffee.
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Method
- Cream together softened butter and sugar (or honey).
- Beat in the egg until smooth.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, spices and salt, then fold into the wet ingredients to form a soft dough.
- Roll out, cut into shapes and place on a lined baking tray.
- Bake until just set and lightly golden, then cool on a rack.
Notes that actually help
Weigh ingredients if you can. Cups are chaos; scales are repeatable.
Oven temps lie. If your bakes run hot or pale, adjust by 10–15°C and note it for next time.
Read the full method once before you start. Most “fails” are just step-order problems.