Craving a cozy treat to enjoy with your afternoon tea or coffee? Look no further than these delightful Spice Cookies. Infused with warm, aromatic spices, these cookies are the perfect blend of comfort and sweetness. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your household. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Ingredients:
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
2. In a separate large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth cookie dough forms.
5. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to mingle and the dough to firm up.
6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion out the cookie dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Gently flatten each dough ball with the back of a spoon or fork to create a round cookie shape.
9. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once cooled, store the Spice Cookies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness and flavor.
These Spice Cookies are a wonderful addition to any gathering or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy on a cozy evening at home. With a perfect balance of spices and sweetness, these cookies are sure to delight your taste buds and warm your heart. Embrace the joy of baking and savor the simple pleasures of life with these scrumptious Spice Cookies.
