This wholesome whole wheat sugar cookie has a hint of cinnamon and a nutty texture.  It’s the perfect snack, great with a glass of milk or a cup of tea or whenever you crave a little sweet. No need to chill this dough for 2 hours in the refrigerator, roll out and cut into shapes.  Simply combine the ingredients in one large bowl, shape dough into balls, press lightly to flatten, and bake.

Make about 28 cookies

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons milk

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.  In a large bowl, add softened butter and sugar.  Beat butter and sugar with a wooden spoon or with an electric mixer on medium to high speed until combined. Add egg and vanilla and beat mixture until thoroughly combined. 
2. Add whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Stir mixture and add milk.  Mix just until combined.
3. Shape into 1-inch- to 1/1/2-inch balls and place on an ungreased cookie sheet 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with bottom of a glass dipped in a small plate sprinkled with granulated mixture.  (Note: The sugar prevents the glass from sticking to the cookie dough)
4. Bake cookies 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool.

Tip:

• This perfect sugar cookie provides a whole grain boost.  It’s made with whole wheat flour, which is much higher in fiber than all-purpose flour. Whole wheat flour aids in digestion and satiety, and is rich in iron, calcium, magnesium, manganese, and potassium.