Step 1

Preheat the oven to 340 degrees F / 170 C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 2

In a stand mixer cream the softened butter and sugar.

Step 3

When the butter mixture is light and fluffy, add the egg and vanilla extract and continue to whisk until well incorporated.

Step 4

Sift the remaining dry ingredients into the bowl with the butter/egg mixture, and stir to form a dough.

Step 5

Scoop out 1 tablespoon size of cookie dough and roll into balls. Place on the prepared tray and allow space for the cookies to spread.

Step 6

Repeat with remaining cookie dough.

Step 7

Using a fork, press down to make a criss-cross pattern on top of each cookie.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden.

Step 9

Remove and allow to cool completely on a cooling rack.

Step 10

Store cookies in an airtight container in a cool dry place for up to 5 days.