Spiced Sugar Cream Cheese Cookies

Enjoy the warmth of spiced cream cheese cookies that are the perfect combination of sweetness and flavorful spices. These soft-on-the-inside cookies have a slightly crispy edge, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Additional granulated sugar for rolling

Instructions:

In a large bowl, cream together the butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined

Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line baking sheets with parchment paper

Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and roll each ball in additional granulated sugar to coat

Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart

Use the bottom of a glass to gently flatten each dough ball

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden

Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely