Description
These Cinnamon Eggnog Christmas Cookies offer a delightful twist on traditional holiday treats, combining the warm spices of cinnamon and nutmeg with the creamy richness of eggnog. Perfectly soft with lightly golden edges, these festive cookies are topped with a dusting of powdered sugar for a sweet finish, making them an irresistible addition to your holiday baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup eggnog
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon rum extract (optional)
Topping
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the cookies bake evenly and don’t stick.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until well combined to evenly distribute the spices.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, which helps create a tender texture in the cookies.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the large egg thoroughly, then blend in the eggnog, vanilla extract, and rum extract if using, ensuring a smooth and homogenous batter.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until a soft dough forms without overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
- Scoop Dough: Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, place portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookie edges are lightly golden and the centers appear set but still soft.
- Cool: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow cookies to cool on it for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Finish with Powdered Sugar: Once cooled, lightly dust the cookies with powdered sugar to add a festive and sweet finishing touch before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a little cinnamon sugar on top of the cookies before baking for a crispy, sweet crust.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature; they will stay fresh for up to 4 days.
- For a decorative touch, drizzle with a simple powdered sugar and eggnog glaze to enhance the festive appearance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
