These sugar and spice cookies are a perfect blend of sweetness and warmth, making them ideal for the holiday season. With a soft and chewy texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Interesting Facts
You can customize these cookies by adding in chopped nuts, dried fruits, or chocolate chips.
These cookies make a great homemade gift for friends and family during the holidays.