Description
These Melt-in-Your-Mouth Eggnog Sugar Cookies offer a tender, flavorful twist on classic sugar cookies. Infused with festive eggnog, nutmeg, and vanilla, they are perfect for holiday celebrations or anytime you crave a soft, spiced treat that’s easy to bake and beautifully aromatic.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup eggnog
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until mixture is light and fluffy, creating the base for a tender cookie.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the egg, eggnog, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugar. Mix until all ingredients are well combined, ensuring the flavors are evenly incorporated.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually stir in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until a soft dough forms without overworking it to maintain softness.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Shape Dough Balls: Roll the dough into 1-inch diameter balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet spaced about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Flatten Cookies: Gently press down on each dough ball with the bottom of a glass or your fingers to create a slight indentation, helping them bake evenly with a classic cookie shape.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cookie edges just begin to turn golden brown, signaling perfect doneness.
- Cool Cookies: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool slightly on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, preserving their delicate texture.
- Garnish and Serve: Once cooled, sprinkle a little extra ground nutmeg over the cookies to add a festive touch and enhance the cozy flavor. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure butter is softened, not melted, for best creaming results.
- You can adjust nutmeg amount to taste; fresh ground nutmeg offers the best flavor.
- For festive variation, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or a drizzle of white chocolate after baking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- These cookies freeze well; freeze unbaked dough balls and bake fresh when desired.