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Eggnog Cookies Recipe – Easy Frosted Christmas Treats You’ll Love

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Soft, pillowy eggnog cookies spiced with nutmeg and cinnamon, topped with creamy eggnog frosting. These festive treats are quick to make and perfect for holiday gatherings, gifting, or cozy December evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup eggnog
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • For the Frosting:
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2–3 tablespoons eggnog
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (for sprinkling on top)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Measure out all ingredients and let butter and egg come to room temperature. Sift powdered sugar for frosting.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  4. Beat in egg, eggnog, and vanilla extract until just combined.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing on low until just blended. Scrape down sides with spatula.
  6. Cover and chill dough in fridge for 15–20 minutes.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  8. Scoop dough into 2-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set and centers look slightly underdone.
  10. Let cookies sit on sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to cooling rack.
  11. For frosting: Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, eggnog, and vanilla. Mix until smooth and spreadable. Add more eggnog if needed.
  12. Once cookies are cool, spread frosting on each and sprinkle with nutmeg.

Notes

Chill dough for soft, thick cookies. Use room temperature ingredients for best texture. Sift powdered sugar for smooth frosting. For gluten-free or dairy-free, substitute flour and eggnog as needed. Store cookies in airtight container up to 4 days; freeze unfrosted cookies up to 2 months.

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