Put a sweet spin on the traditional oat cookies with a dash of honey. These delightful and rich treats are perfect for adding that warming, homemade touch to any occasion. Leave a plate out on Christmas eve with a glass of milk for Father Christmas, add them to your lunch box for work or dunk them into your favourite brew.

This Oat and Honey Cookies recipe is perfect to bake with your grandchildren and are a delicious treat for Christmas time (not to mention they’re one of Santa's favourites.

• 100g porridge oats
• 100g plain flour
• 100g caster sugar
• 100g butter
• 1 tablespoon honey (or syrup)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon (or mixed spice)

1. Preheat your oven to 180C/160C Fan/Gas 4.
2. Mix your oats, flour and spices until fully combined.
3. Melt your butter in a pan and add your sugar and honey being careful not to let these burn in the pan. Heat everything up until the sugar has dissolved.
4. Combine your butter and syrup mixture with your dry ingredients. Roll into balls and place on a lined baking tray.
5. Place your tray in the oven and cook for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Now all you need do is wait for your cookies to cool and place them by the fireplace for Santa. This easy Honey and Oat Cookies recipe is a delicious tradition you can add to your Christmas recipes. With a sweet crunch and chewy oats, these honey flavoured cookies will be a family favourite!

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