Spiced Rhubarb Cookies

Directions

1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to preheat.
2. In a medium bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg. Whisk until blended.
3. In a large bowl, beat 1 cup softened unsalted butter with 1 cup granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4. Add 1 large egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating thoroughly.
5. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
6. Gently fold in 2 cups finely chopped fresh rhubarb.
7. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them a couple inches apart.
8. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the edges turn lightly golden.
9. Transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely.