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For Dough:.
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In a large mixing bowl beat butter and shortening with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds.
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Add sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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Beat until combined, scraping sides of bowl occasionally.
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Beat in egg and vanilla until combined.
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Beat in as much of the flour as you can with the mixer.
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Stir in any remaining flour with a wooden spoon.
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To Store Dough:
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Pack dough into an airtight container.
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Refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
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TO MAKE COOKIES:.
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If necessary, cover and chill dough about 1 hour or until easy to handle.
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Preheat oven to 375 degree F.
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In a small bowl stir together sugar and pumpkin pie spice.
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Shape dough into 1-inch balls.
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Roll each ball in sugar mixture to coat.
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Place balls 2 inches apart on an unerased cookie sheet.
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Bake in a preheated oven for 10 to 11 minutes or until edges are golden.
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Cool on cookie sheet for 1 minute.
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Transfer cookies to a wire rack and let cool.
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To Store Cookies:
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Place cookies in layers separated by waxed paper in an airtight container; cover.
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Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.