These Frosted Eggnog Cookies are a delightful holiday treat with the flavors of eggnog and warm spices. The soft and chewy cookies are topped with a creamy eggnog frosting and a sprinkle of nutmeg, making them perfect for festive gatherings or as a sweet gift for loved ones.
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour. 1 teaspoon baking powder. 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg. 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar. 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened. 1/2 cup eggnog. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 2 large egg yolks. 1/2 teaspoon rum extract optional. For the frosting:. 2 cups powdered sugar. 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened. 1/4 cup eggnog. 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Ground nutmeg for sprinkling.
Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350F 175C. Line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Set aside. In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy. Add the eggnog, vanilla extract, egg yolks, and rum extract if using to the sugar-butter mixture. Beat until well combined. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely. For the frosting, in a medium bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, softened butter, eggnog, and vanilla extract until smooth. Spread the frosting on top of each cooled cookie and sprinkle with ground nutmeg. Let the frosting set before serving or storing the cookies. Enjoy these delicious Frosted Eggnog Cookies!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
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