Eggnog Cookies with Eggnog Frosting
Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Eggnog Cookies topped with a creamy eggnog frosting. Soft and tender, these cookies are infused with warm spices of nutmeg and cinnamon, making them the perfect treat for holiday gatherings or cozy family evenings. With a yield of about 30 cookies, they are not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or as part of a dessert platter, these cookies offer something special for everyone. Gather your loved ones and create sweet memories this season with these irresistible treats!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 30 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 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)
- 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 bowl, whisk together flour, nutmeg, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Mix in egg yolks, vanilla extract, and eggnog until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just blended.
- Drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are golden; centers should remain soft.
- Cool cookies on a wire rack before frosting.
- While cooling, make the frosting by mixing unsalted butter, powdered sugar, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt. Add eggnog gradually until desired consistency is reached.
- Once cookies are completely cool, spread frosting generously on top of each cookie using a spatula or knife.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg