Spicy Star Cookies

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Cream together margarine, honey, and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.

Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.

Alternate adding the dry ingredients and unsweetened apple juice to the margarine mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients; mix until just combined.

Dust work surface lightly with flour and roll dough to about ¼-inch thickness. Cut into star shapes using a star cookie cutter.

Arrange star cookies on prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and cookies are firm to the touch.

Cool cookies on baking sheet for 2–3 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.