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Soft Eggnog Cookies with Creamy Frosting

Soft Eggnog Cookies with Creamy Frosting for a Merry Christmas

These Soft Eggnog Cookies with Creamy Frosting are a delightful festive treat, combining warm spices and a creamy finish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon rum extract
  • 3/4 cup full-fat eggnog avoid low-fat options
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons more eggnog adjust for desired consistency

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • mixing bowls
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie Scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a bowl.
  3. In a stand mixer, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until pale and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add egg yolks one at a time, mixing well after each. Then add vanilla extract, rum extract, and eggnog until combined.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 11-13 minutes until edges are lightly golden and center is soft.
  8. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Prepare the frosting by whipping butter until fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar and eggnog to desired consistency.
  10. Frost cooled cookies and sprinkle with ground nutmeg for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for the best texture. Store unfrosted cookies at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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