Spiced Sugar Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar, for rolling
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, for sprinkling

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt. Gradually stir dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until combined.
4. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and roll in remaining 1/2 cup of sugar. Place on prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes, until lightly golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
5. Sprinkle with ground nutmeg before serving.

Interesting Facts

• These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
• These cookies are delicious with a cup of hot cocoa or a glass of cold milk.
• These cookies can be made ahead of time and frozen for up to 3 months.