Spiced turtle doves

Spice up your holidays with our delectable Spiced Turtle Doves! Featuring a perfect blend of butter, brown sugar, honey, and warm spices in a tender all-purpose white wheat flour base, these delightful treats are sure to bring festive cheer to your table. Easy to make and utterly delicious!

  • 15 Jul 2024
  • Cook time 10 min
  • Prep time 45 min
  • 6 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Spiced turtle doves

Spiced turtle doves are a delicious and flavorful recipe that combines a blend of warm spices with a buttery, sweet dough. This treat is not only satisfying but also straightforward to make, making it perfect for both novice and experienced bakers. The combination of cinnamon, mixed spices, and a hint of honey creates an aroma and taste that are universally appealing.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup butter
110g
1/2 cup brown sugar
120g
1 egg
50g
1 tbsp honey
10g
2 cups all-purpose white wheat flour
250g
1 tsp spice mix
5g
1 tsp cinnamon
3g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 3-4 minutes using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed.
3. Add Egg and Honey:
Beat in the egg until fully incorporated. Add the honey and mix until combined.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, spice mix, and ground cinnamon.
5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed just until combined. Do not overmix.
6. Shape the Cookies:
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each ball with the back of a spoon or your hand.
7. Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. Be careful not to overbake, as these cookies can become too hard.
8. Cool:
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve:
Enjoy your spiced turtle doves with a cup of tea or coffee. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Tips:

- Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easier creaming with the sugar.

- Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients to avoid lumps and ensure even mixing.

- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out to make it easier to handle and to help the cookies hold their shape.

- Use a cookie cutter for uniform shapes and even baking.

- Keep an eye on the cookies while baking to prevent them from becoming too brown; they should be lightly golden.

- Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before storing them in an airtight container to retain their crispness.

Cooking spiced turtle doves is a delightful process and the end result is a batch of wonderfully fragrant and tasty treats. They are perfect for sharing with family and friends or enjoying with a warm beverage. With a simple set of ingredients and steps, these spiced turtle doves are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size90 grams
Energy
Calories 380kcal15%
Protein
Protein 6g4%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 50g15%
Fiber 1.52g4%
Sugar 20g20%
Fat
Fat 16g20%
Saturated 9g29%
Cholesterol 80mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 150ug17%
Choline 36mg7%
Vitamin B1 0.13mg11%
Vitamin B2 0.04mg3%
Vitamin B3 0.69mg4%
Vitamin B6 0.05mg3%
Vitamin B9 16ug4%
Vitamin B12 0.08ug4%
Vitamin C 0.03mg0%
Vitamin E 0.12mg1%
Vitamin K 1.59ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 40mg3%
Copper, Cu 0.10mg0%
Iron, Fe 0.83mg8%
Magnesium, Mg 18mg4%
Phosphorus, P 80mg6%
Potassium, K 110mg3%
Selenium, Se 11ug20%
Sodium, Na 18mg1%
Zinc, Zn 0.61mg6%
Water
Water 14g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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