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Eggnog Cookies Recipe

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These Eggnog Cookies are a festive treat combining the warm spices and creamy flavors of classic eggnog in soft, buttery cookies topped with a smooth, spiced eggnog frosting. Perfect for holiday celebrations, the cookies feature cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla, baked to golden perfection and frosted with a luscious powdered sugar glaze infused with eggnog.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup eggnog
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Frosting

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup eggnog

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cookie dough: Using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and both sugars for about 2 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step incorporates air to give the cookies a soft texture.
  2. Add wet ingredients: Beat in the eggnog, eggs, and vanilla extract until the eggs are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  3. Incorporate dry ingredients: Add the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt to the wet mixture. Mix just until a dough forms, being careful not to overmix, to keep the cookies tender.
  4. Chill the dough: Scoop roughly 2 tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a baking sheet. Place the dough in the refrigerator and chill for at least 20 minutes to firm up, which helps the cookies hold their shape during baking.
  5. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and allow it to fully preheat before baking the cookies.
  6. Shape and bake: Remove the dough from the refrigerator and gently flatten each ball slightly. Bake the cookies for 10 minutes or until the edges are set, the tops appear dry, and they are slightly golden brown.
  7. Cool the cookies: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool for 5 minutes on the sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Make the frosting: Once the cookies have cooled, beat together the softened butter, powdered sugar, and eggnog until smooth and spreadable. Adjust with a little more eggnog or powdered sugar if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
  9. Frost the cookies: Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cookies. Let them set at room temperature for about an hour before storing to allow the frosting to firm up.

Notes

  • Chilling dough helps prevent excessive spreading during baking.
  • For stronger eggnog flavor, use high-quality, freshly opened eggnog.
  • You can sprinkle a pinch of ground nutmeg or cinnamon on top of the frosting for an extra festive touch.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • Bring cookies to room temperature before serving if refrigerated to enjoy the best flavor and texture.

Keywords: eggnog cookies, holiday cookies, Christmas cookies, spiced cookies, frosted cookies, festive desserts

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