Honey Nut Baklava Cookies (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cookie dough ingredients

01 - 1/2 cup sugar (regular white kind)
02 - 1 1/2 cups plain flour
03 - 1/2 cup butter, softened to room temp
04 - 1/4 cup honey (any kind you like)
05 - 1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
06 - 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
07 - 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

→ Filling and topping goodies

10 - 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
11 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar (also called confectioners' sugar)
12 - Caramel sauce for drizzling, about 1/4 cup
13 - Sprinkle extra pistachios and walnuts on top

# Instructions:

01 - Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grab a baking tray. Line it with parchment paper so the cookies lift off easily.
02 - Beat the softened butter and sugar in a big bowl until the texture feels fluffy and lighter. Do this for about 2 minutes if using an electric whisk, or a bit longer if by hand.
03 - Pour in the honey and mix until the mixture looks blended. The honey adds such a great natural sweetness to this treat.
04 - In a fresh bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, cinnamon, and cardamom. These spices bring out that lovely nutty flavor we're aiming for.
05 - Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet one. Stir just until you no longer see flour—don’t stir too much! Then, fold in the chopped walnuts and pistachios till they're scattered evenly through the dough.
06 - Roll tablespoon-sized pieces of dough into balls and set them on your tray, leaving some space between each. Use your hand to press each ball a bit flat. Bake for 10–12 minutes, just until the edges look golden.
07 - Put the cookies on a cooling rack and let them sit until completely cooled down. They’ll firm up as they rest.
08 - Whip together the cream cheese and powdered sugar in a bowl till smooth. This makes a tangy filling that pairs perfectly with the sweet cookies.
09 - Take half the cookies and flip them flat-side up. Spread some of the cream cheese mixture on each, then top with another cookie (flat sides touching). Press gently to hold 'em together.
10 - Drizzle caramel sauce over the tops of the sandwiches, and sprinkle with extra chopped nuts. This extra step makes them look fancy and adds some crunch.

# Notes:

01 - Dough too sticky? Chill it in the fridge for 15–20 minutes so it’s easier to handle.
02 - Want evenly baked cookies? Use a small cookie scoop so they’re all the same size.
03 - These treats taste even better the next day, so don’t stress about making them ahead!
04 - No pistachios or walnuts? Swap them for almonds or pecans—whatever you have handy.

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