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Eggnog Cookies

Eggnog Cookies

Delightfully soft and chewy Eggnog Cookies infused with holiday flavors, perfect for seasonal celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 128
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup eggnog
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tablespoons eggnog (for glaze)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, nutmeg, and salt.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until fluffy.
  3. Add egg yolks, vanilla, and eggnog. Mix until smooth.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture to form a dough.
  5. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop dough into tablespoon-sized balls, placing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are set but centers are soft.
  9. Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
  10. Mix powdered sugar and eggnog to make the glaze.
  11. Drizzle over cooled cookies and let set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 128kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1.4gFat: 6g

Notes

For an extra flavor twist, consider adding mini chocolate chips or a hint of cinnamon to the dough before baking. Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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