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Eggnog Cookies with Eggnog Frosting Recipe

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Delightfully festive Eggnog Cookies with a creamy, spiced Eggnog Frosting. These soft, flavorful cookies combine traditional holiday spices like nutmeg and cinnamon with the rich taste of eggnog in both the cookie and the luscious frosting. Perfect for winter celebrations or gifting during the holidays.

Ingredients

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Eggnog Cookies

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (313 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (168 grams), softened to room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150 grams)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (50 grams), light or dark
  • 2 large egg yolks (discard the whites)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon rum extract (up to 1 teaspoon optional)
  • 1/3 cup eggnog (80 ml)

Eggnog Frosting

  • 2/3 cup unsalted butter (151 grams), salted optional (omit salt if salted butter used)
  • 3–4 cups powdered sugar (330–440 grams)
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon rum extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3–5 tablespoons eggnog (45–75 ml)
  • 1–2 tablespoons cornstarch (cornflour), if needed to thicken

Instructions

  1. Prepare Oven and Dry Ingredients: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) or 325°F (170°C) for convection ovens. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats. In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, nutmeg, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt together. Set aside.
  2. Mix Cookie Dough Base: In a large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until fluffy to create a light and creamy base.
  3. Add Egg Yolks and Extracts: Beat in the two egg yolks, vanilla extract, and rum extract until fully incorporated into the butter mixture.
  4. Incorporate Eggnog: With the mixer on low speed, slowly add the eggnog to the mixture, blending thoroughly for moisture and flavor.
  5. Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in the flour mixture, starting on low speed and increasing speed until just combined to avoid overmixing.
  6. Shape Cookies: Use a medium cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion 1 to 1.5 tablespoon-sized dough balls. Roll into smooth balls and place 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. For flatter cookies, gently press the dough balls down slightly.
  7. Bake Cookies: Bake one sheet at a time on the middle rack for 8-11 minutes, until tops look set and edges start to turn golden.
  8. Cool Cookies: Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for at least 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Prepare Frosting Base: In a large bowl, beat the butter until smooth and creamy.
  10. Add Powdered Sugar and Spices: Turn off mixer; add 2 cups powdered sugar, nutmeg, salt, and rum extract. Start mixing on low speed and gradually increase until combined.
  11. Adjust Frosting Consistency: Add remaining powdered sugar in 1/2 cup increments alternated with 1 tablespoon eggnog until the frosting reaches desired thickness and flavor. If frosting is too thin but becoming too sweet, sift and beat in 1-2 tablespoons cornstarch to thicken.
  12. Frost Cookies: Once cookies are fully cooled, spread frosting evenly using a flat knife. Optionally, sprinkle with a little extra nutmeg for garnish.

Notes

  • Use only egg yolks for the cookie dough; egg whites are discarded.
  • Rum extract can be adjusted from 1/2 teaspoon to 1 teaspoon depending on taste preference.
  • Butter for frosting can be salted or unsalted; omit added salt if using salted butter.
  • If frosting becomes too runny, cornstarch helps to thicken without adding sweetness.
  • Cookies keep well stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
  • Allow cookies to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
  • Rolling dough into balls ensures even baking and uniform cookie size.
  • Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and promote easy cleanup.

Keywords: Eggnog Cookies, Holiday Cookies, Christmas Cookies, Eggnog Frosting, Festive Cookies, Soft Cookies

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