Cinnamon-Spiced Sugar Cookies

1. 1

   Mix 1/4 cup sugar and 1/2 tsp.

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   cinnamon; reserve for later use.

3. 3

   Combine flour, nutmeg, ginger, baking soda and remaining cinnamon.

4. 4

   Beat cream cheese, butter, vanilla, remaining sugar and vanilla in large bowl with mixer until blended.

5. 5

   Gradually add flour mixture, beating well after each addition.

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   Refrigerate 30 min.

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   Heat oven to 350F.

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   Shape dough into 42 (1-inch) balls; roll in reserved sugar mixture.

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   Place, 4 inches apart, on baking sheets.

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    Flatten to 1/4-inch thickness with bottom of glass dipped in remaining sugar mixture.

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    Bake 10 to 12 min.

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    or until edges are lightly browned.

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    Cool on baking sheet 1 min.

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    Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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