For connoisseurs and admirers of homemade cookies, it is always difficult to please! This seemingly ordinary pastry has its own special features: a familiar taste from childhood, a pleasant lasting aroma of cream and vanilla, and a barely noticeable playful crunch.

What could be better than the smell of spices in a cozy kitchen during the Christmas holidays? Delight your loved ones and friends – after all, Christmas cookies with icing, cinnamon, and ginger are perfect as a homemade gift.

Such cookies can be made in just 30-35 minutes. They turn out not only very appetizing but also healthy. Budget-friendly ingredients, a few minutes to mix all the components - and you can already send the cookie dough into the electric oven or conventional oven. Moderately soft, with a crispy crust, slightly sweet, and with a pleasant aroma of seeds, the cookies will serve as a hearty and healthy snack throughout the day. If you do not consume granulated sugar, replace it with a spoonful of syrup, any berry syrup, or natural honey.

Crispy verguny on sparkling water are thin, brittle, golden Ukrainian "khvorost" fried pastries made without eggs or dairy, which makes them perfectly suited for lenten and vegan menus. The main secret to their characteristic crunch and lightness is exactly the sparkling mineral water: the carbonation makes the dough airy and creates the lovely little bubbles on the finished verguny. They're a budget-friendly and incredibly tasty tea snack you can offer a big crowd. Add vegetable oil, sugar and a pinch of salt to sparkling water and gradually stir in flour to a soft elastic dough. Roll thin, cut into strips with diagonal slits and pull the ends through. Deep-fry in plenty of oil for 30-60 seconds until golden. Proportions for 30-40 verguny inside.

Chickpea flour and coconut cookies are an unusual, mega-nutritious yet remarkably tasty homemade bake that fully meets the requirements of gluten-free and vegan diets. The main ingredients — chickpea flour (rich in plant protein and fiber) and natural coconut shavings — make these cookies not only original in flavor but also incredibly nourishing. The finished treat comes out with a gentle nutty note from the chickpea flour, a subtle coconut aroma and a pleasant lightly crisp texture. It's a perfect snack for anyone watching their diet. In a bowl combine chickpea flour, coconut, baking powder and a pinch of salt. Add honey or maple syrup, vegetable (preferably coconut) oil and a little water. Knead a soft dough, shape into small balls, flatten slightly and arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 15-20 minutes until golden. Proportions for 20 cookies inside.