Medianyky (Honey Cookies)

Servings: 12
==Ingredients==
* 4 c unbleached all-purpose flour
* 1 tsp ground cinnamon
* 1/2 tsp ground cloves
* 1/2 tsp ground ginger
* 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
* 1 c powdered sugar
* 2 tsp baking powder
* 2 extra large eggs
* 1 c honey
* 2 Tbsp Chopped orange peel
* 1 large egg; beaten with a little water For Glazing
* 20 blanched almonds
* coarse sugar Crystals
==Directions==
#Sift together the flour, spices, sugar, and baking powder
#Add the eggs, honey, and orange peel, and mix to make a soft dough
#On a floured work surface, roll out hte dough to about 1/2-inch thick
#Cut into shapes and place on a lightly greased or non-stick cookie sheet
#Brush each cookie with the egg wash
#Place 1/2 of an almond in the center of each cookie, and sprinkle with decorative sugar crystals
#Bake in an oven which has been preheated to 350F until done; about 15 minutes
#Cool on wire racks
#Store in an airtight container.
== contributed by : ==
* World Recipes Y-Group
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