Spice Sugar Cookies

Infused with the warming, aromatic spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, these Spice Sugar Cookies deliver a delicious twist on a classic favorite. With a perfectly soft yet slightly crisp texture, each buttery cookie is rolled in a cinnamon-brown sugar coating, creating a crackled, caramelized exterior that melts in your mouth. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe combines pantry staples and simple techniques, making it ideal for last-minute baking or holiday treats. Whether you're serving them warm from the oven or sharing as festive gifts, these spiced cookies are a crowd-pleaser that captures the cozy essence of fall and winter baking. Perfect for cookie platters, tea-time snacks, or simply indulging your sweet tooth, these Spice Sugar Cookies will quickly become a go-to dessert favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• 1.25 cups granulated sugar
• 1 piece large egg
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup brown sugar (for rolling)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and additional ground cinnamon for rolling.

Step 7

Scoop tablespoons of cookie dough and roll into balls. Then roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat evenly.

Step 8

Place the dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked.

Step 10

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container for up to a week!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(918.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4091.5

Total Fat 200.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 702.7mg	0%
Sodium 1165.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 548.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 311.7g
Protein 39.6g	0%

Vitamin D 157.7IU	0%
Calcium 247.2mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 641.6mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.4%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 52.8%