How to Make Ancient Honey Cakes (Rice Flour Cookies with Nuts or Poppy Seeds) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Step back in time and experience the flavors of ancient civilizations with this recipe for Ancient Honey Cakes, also known as Rice Flour Cookies with Nuts or Poppy Seeds. These delectable treats have been enjoyed for centuries and are sure to transport you to a bygone era with their rustic and earthy flavors.

Thought to have originated in the Mediterranean region, these cookies were a staple in ancient Greek and Roman diets, providing a sweet and satisfying snack for people from all w...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • ½ cup honey
  • 2 large eggs, slightly beaten
  • 2 cups rice flour
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 2 teaspoons hemp seeds

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 18 cakes

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
  • Beat butter and honey in a large bowl with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy; add eggs a little at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add rice flour, baking powder, and cardamom to butter mixture; mix until just combined. Roll dough into small balls, about 1 heaping teaspoon each.
  • Pour hemp seeds into a small bowl. Press the top half of each dough ball into seeds. Transfer dough balls, seed-side up, to the baking sheet and gently press to 1/4-inch thickness.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden, about 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    148 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 34mg
    • Sodium: 51mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 11mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 28mg