Spiced Vanilla Cookies
Warm, aromatic, and utterly irresistible, Spiced Vanilla Cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. This easy-to-make recipe combines the classic sweetness of vanilla with a cozy blend of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg for a delightful twist on traditional cookies. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these soft, buttery cookies bake to perfection in under 12 minutes, making them a quick yet impressive dessert or snack. A light dusting of powdered sugar adds an elegant finishing touch, while their melt-in-your-mouth texture pairs wonderfully with a cup of tea, coffee, or milk. Whether you're baking for the holidays, a special gathering, or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, these crowd-pleasing spiced vanilla cookies are sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 1 large Egg
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
Serve and enjoy your Spiced Vanilla Cookies with a cup of tea, coffee, or milk!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.2 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 68 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.9 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 9 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 22 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
