Description
Spiced German cookies are a festive treat, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Bursting with the warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg, these delightful cookies offer a comforting aroma that fills your kitchen with holiday cheer. Easy to prepare, they are an absolute must for any dessert table, ensuring sweet memories in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg