A classic American cookie that dates back to the 19th century is the iber slices.These spicy cookies are great with a hot cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate because of their cake-like texture and sweet glaze.hermit slices are easy to make and don't require any specialized equipment other than a hand mixer.
Step 1: Place the oven in the middle of the room.
To make sure the oven is hot enough to bake cookies, you need to preheat it.Allow the temperature to fully heat and set it at 350 degrees.You should keep an eye on your oven to make sure it reaches the right temperature.It will flash an indicator light as an alert.
Step 2: Line the baking sheets.
You will need two baking sheets for the hermit slices.Line the cookies with a sheet of paper.Silicone baking mats can be used instead of the paper.
Step 3: The flour, spices, salt, and baking soda should be combined.
Add 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 2 cups of ground cinnamon, and 4 ounces of baking soda.Set aside the ingredients until they are fully mixed.If you want to add even more flavor to the slices, you can add ground cloves.
Step 4: The butter and brown sugar should be beaten together.
Add the sugar and butter to a large bowl that has been softened to room temperature.Use a hand mixer on medium-high speed to beat the two until they are light and fluffy.As you beat the brown sugar and butter together, be sure to check the sides of the bowl to make sure they are fully combined.
Step 5: Put the egg in it.
Add a large egg to the bowl after the brown sugar and butter mixture is light and fluffy.It will take approximately 2 minutes for the mixture to be smooth once the egg is fully incorporated.As you beat the egg into the brown sugar and butter, be sure to squeeze the sides of the bowl to make sure the mixture is fully blended.
Step 6: Take the molasses and blend it with the vanilla.
When the egg is completely mixed in, add molasses and extract to the bowl.It will take approximately 2 minutes for the mixture to be combined.Light molasses is the best for best results.
Step 7: The dry ingredients should be added to the butter mixture.
Once all of the wet ingredients are combined, turn the hand mixer speed to low and begin adding the dry ingredients.Once the dry ingredients are incorporated, blend the dough.Don't overmix the dough.You might end up with tough cookies if you do.
Step 8: Add the nuts and raisins.
When the dough is fully combined, add walnuts and raisins.To fold the nuts and fruit into the dough, use a wooden spoon.You can replace the walnuts with pecans.If you prefer, you can use a combination of the two dates.
Step 9: Roll the dough into logs.
When the dough is fully mixed, divide it into equal pieces.Roll them each into a log that is approximately 14 inches by 2 inches.If you prefer, you can shape the dough into two 12-inch by 2-inch rectangles.
Step 10: The logs should be placed on the cookie sheet.
Transfer the dough to the lined baking sheets after forming it into logs.To square the ends of the logs, use your hands.
Step 11: The logs must be baked until they are firm.
The baking sheets should be placed in the oven.Allow them to bake for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are firm.To ensure that the logs bake evenly, rotate the cookie sheets halfway through the baking process.
Step 12: Cook the butter until it is brown.
While the dough is baking, place a small amount of unsalted butter in a saucepan and heat it up.Allow the butter to cook until it starts to foam and then browns, which will take approximately 4 minutes.If you want the butter to cook evenly, swirl it in the pan.
Step 13: Add some water and powdered sugar.
After the butter has melted, add 1 cup (31 g) of powdered sugar and 1 liter of water to the pan.The mixture needs to be whisked until it has a smooth consistency.
Step 14: Allow the logs to cool completely after brushing the glaze over them.
Use a pastry brush when the logs come out of the oven.Allow the logs to cool for at least 20 minutes after the glaze is applied.While the logs are still warm, applying the glaze allows them to absorb it more easily.
Step 15: Logs can be cut into bars.
When the logs are fully cooled, use a sharp knife to cut them into slices.The slices should be 2.5 to 5 cm in size.The sliced cookies should be kept at room temperature.For up to 5 days, they should stay fresh.