Description
🎄 Soft, buttery, and infused with the cozy flavors of eggnog, cinnamon, and nutmeg, these Christmas cookies are a holiday treat you won’t want to miss! 🍪
✨ Topped with a sweet eggnog glaze or creamy frosting, they’re perfect for festive gatherings, cookie exchanges, or simply enjoying with a warm drink! ❄️
Ingredients
All-purpose flour
Baking powder
Salt
Ground cinnamon
Ground nutmeg
Unsalted butter
Granulated sugar
Eggs
Eggnog
Vanilla extract
Powdered sugar
Cream cheese (for frosting)
Instructions
1. Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
2. Mix in eggs, eggnog, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
5. Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
6. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Scoop dough and roll into small balls, optionally coating in cinnamon sugar.
8. Place dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
10. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
11. Prepare an eggnog glaze or cream cheese frosting with cinnamon.
12. Once cookies are completely cool, drizzle or spread the topping over them.
13. Let the glaze or frosting set before serving or storing.
14. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-5 days.
15. Enjoy with a glass of eggnog or hot chocolate for a festive holiday treat.
Notes
Chill the dough before baking to help the cookies hold their shape and develop a better texture.
Roll the cookie dough in cinnamon sugar before baking for an extra layer of flavor and a slight crunch.
Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them soft and fresh for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American