Spiced Christmas Cookies

Step 1

In a large bowl, on medium speed beat the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 2

Mix in the eggs, one at a time and then add the vanilla.

Step 3

Be sure to scrape the sides of your bowl to incorporate everything.

Step 4

In another bowl, whisk together all of the remaining dry ingredients.

Step 5

Add the dry mixture to the wet mixture on low speed a little at a time, until all the ingredients are incorporated.

Step 6

Roll the dough into 1" balls and place 2" apart on cookie sheet.

Step 7

Using the bottom of a cup, or a fork, gently press down on the dough to spread it out a little. Keep the dough to at least 1/8" thickness but for the softest cookies, I recommend a little more.

Step 8

Bake cookies at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.

Step 9

Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes. Move to a cooling rack.

Step 10

Eat and enjoy!