Description
Treat yourself to the festive delight of Eggnog Cookies with Eggnog Frosting. These soft and tender cookies embody the essence of the holiday season, bursting with rich flavors of nutmeg and creamy, indulgent frosting. Perfect for gatherings, they will surely impress both cookie lovers and eggnog fans alike. The best part? This easy-to-follow recipe requires minimal prep time, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Enjoy them at holiday parties or cozy nights in—these cookies are a sweet way to celebrate winter festivities!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (alcohol-free)
- 1/3 cup eggnog
- 2/3 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (for frosting)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (alcohol-free, for frosting)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (for frosting)
- 3–5 tablespoons eggnog (for frosting)
- 1–2 tablespoons cornstarch (if needed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, nutmeg, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add egg yolks, vanilla extract, and eggnog to the butter mixture; mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until lightly golden at the edges; cool on a wire rack.
- For frosting, beat butter and gradually add powdered sugar; mix in nutmeg and vanilla extract along with enough eggnog to achieve desired consistency.
- Once cookies are cool, frost generously with eggnog frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Feel free to adjust spices like cinnamon or ginger for a personalized flavor twist. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better texture.