Spiced Sugar Cutout Cookies
These delightful Spiced Sugar Cutout Cookies are a heavenly fusion of buttery shortbread and aromatic gingersnap flavors. Infused with warm cinnamon, zesty ginger, and fragrant cloves, these cookies are perfect for any festive celebration or a cozy afternoon treat. Whether rolled, cut, or shaped into whimsical stars, hearts, and flowers, they are sure to bring joy and cheer. Decorate beautifully with vibrant Sugar Cookie Icing for an extra touch of sweetness and creativity. Don't forget, the prep time noted does not include the fun of rolling and cutting out the dough!
N/A
Servings
120
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
All-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups (Sifted and measured)
Baking soda
2 teaspoons (N/A)
Cinnamon
2 teaspoons (Ground)
Cloves
2 teaspoons (Ground)
Ginger
2 teaspoons (Ground)
Butter
1 cup (Softened)
Granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups (N/A)
Egg
1 (Beaten)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a greased baking sheet.
2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger until well combined. Set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
4
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. If the dough is too soft and sticky, chill it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to make it easier to roll out.
5
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut the dough into your desired shapes.
6
Transfer the cut cookies to the greased baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie. Bake in the preheated oven for 5-8 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set.
7
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
1g
Protein
24mg
Sodium
12mg
Cholesterol
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spiced Sugar Cutout Cookies?
They are a delightful fusion of buttery shortbread and aromatic gingersnap flavors, perfect for festive celebrations.
What spices are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for ground cinnamon, zesty ginger, and fragrant cloves.
How many ingredients are required?
There are 8 main ingredients used in this recipe.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How long do these cookies bake?
The cookies bake for 5 to 8 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
What type of flour is best for these cookies?
The recipe specifies using 2 1/2 cups of sifted and measured all-purpose flour.
How much butter is needed?
You will need 1 cup of softened butter.
Do I need to chill the dough?
If the dough is too soft and sticky, it is recommended to chill it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
How thick should I roll the dough?
The chilled dough should be rolled out to about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thickness.
How much granulated sugar is used?
The recipe requires 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 120 calories.
Is there protein in these cookies?
Yes, each cookie contains approximately 1g of protein.
What is the sodium content?
There is 24mg of sodium per serving.
How much cholesterol is in one cookie?
Each cookie has approximately 12mg of cholesterol.
Should the baking sheet be prepared?
Yes, you should use a greased baking sheet for these cookies.
How much cinnamon is added?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon.
How much ginger is needed?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of ground ginger.
How much ground cloves are included?
You will need 2 teaspoons of ground cloves.
What is the role of baking soda in this recipe?
2 teaspoons of baking soda are used to help the cookies rise and set properly.
How many eggs are required?
One beaten egg is needed for this cookie dough.
How do I know when the cookies are finished baking?
They are done when the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set.
What is the first step of the instructions?
Preheat your oven to 375°F and prepare a greased baking sheet.
How should the butter and sugar be mixed?
Use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
When should the dry ingredients be added?
Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture after the egg has been fully incorporated.
How long should the cookies cool on the sheet?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
What shapes can I make with these cookies?
You can use cookie cutters to create whimsical shapes like stars, hearts, and flowers.
Is icing recommended for these cookies?
Yes, decorating with vibrant Sugar Cookie Icing adds an extra touch of sweetness.
What is the texture of these cookies described as?
They are described as a fusion of buttery shortbread and aromatic gingersnaps.
Does the prep time include rolling and cutting?
The noted prep time does not include the time spent rolling and cutting out the dough.
How should I mix the dry ingredients initially?
Whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger in a medium bowl until well combined.