Step 1

Set the oven to 180ºC (350F).

Step 2

In a small pot, melt the butter with the vanilla and maple syrup. Don’t allow to boil.

Step 3

p id=”instruction-step-3″>Stir in the ground spices and set aside to cool slightly (10-15 mins).

Step 4

p id=”instruction-step-4″>While the liquids cool, add the rest of the ingredients to a separate bowl. Mix with a spoon to combine.

Step 5

p id=”instruction-step-5″>Add the melted butter mixture to the bowl, and mix until it forms a soft dough. You will probably need to use your hands to combine it well.

Step 6

p id=”instruction-step-6″>Use your hands to create small balls of dough, then flatten them a bit between your palms. They don’t need to be too thin, but if they are too thick they will take longer to bake and are less likely to crisp up.

Step 7

p id=”instruction-step-7″>Place cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 17-20 minutes, or until  your kitchen smells heavenly. I usually pick up and check the bottom of a cookie to see the colour – a golden, toasty brown means that they are ready.

Step 8

id=”instruction-step-8″>Allow to cool completely on a cooling rack, before storing in an airtight container