Description
These Cinnamon Eggnog Christmas Cookies are a delightful holiday treat, combining the warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg with the rich creaminess of eggnog. Soft, chewy, and perfect for festive gatherings.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup eggnog
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Glaze (Optional):
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp eggnog
- pinch of cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Prepare the dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugars, then add the egg, eggnog, and vanilla. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients.
- Bake the cookies: Scoop dough onto baking sheets and bake for 10–12 minutes until set. Cool on a wire rack.
- Make the glaze: Mix powdered sugar, eggnog, and cinnamon until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
Notes
- These cookies stay soft and moist thanks to the eggnog.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for holiday prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
