Description
Deliciously spiced Christmas cookies that capture the warmth of the holidays with nutmeg, cinnamon, and ginger.
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and spices until evenly mixed.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- If desired, chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Drop mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, ensuring they have enough space to spread.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden, then allow to cool on the baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack.
- Dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar or drizzle with icing if desired.
Notes
For vegan options, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative like coconut oil. Ensure your spices are fresh for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Christmas cookies, holiday baking, nutmeg, spiced cookies, family recipe