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Creamy Eggnog Cookies

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These creamy eggnog cookies are soft, pillowy, and frosted with a dreamy eggnog icing—capturing all the warmth and nostalgia of the holiday season. Perfect for Christmas parties, cookie exchanges, or a cozy night in, they deliver festive flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) real eggnog
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • For the Eggnog Frosting:
  • 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2–4 tablespoons real eggnog
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes on medium speed).
  4. Mix in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Add eggnog and vanilla, then beat until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low until just blended. Scrape down the bowl as needed.
  6. Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake 10-12 minutes, until edges are set and centers look puffy.
  7. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. For the frosting: Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until smooth. Mix in 2-4 tablespoons eggnog, nutmeg, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Adjust eggnog for desired consistency.
  9. Once cookies are completely cool, spread a generous layer of frosting on each cookie.
  10. Optional: Dust with extra nutmeg before serving.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature butter and eggs. Chill dough for 30 minutes if it’s too sticky. Do not overbake—cookies should be pale and just set. Frost only when cookies are completely cool. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze unfrosted cookies for up to 2 months.

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