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Eggnog Cookies with Eggnog Frosting

Eggnog Cookies with Eggnog Frosting
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Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Eggnog Cookies with Eggnog Frosting. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy winter nights, these soft and flavorful cookies are infused with the classic taste of eggnog and topped with a creamy frosting, sprinkled with nutmeg for an extra touch of cheer. Simple to make, they can be customized to suit your sweetness preference. Whether enjoyed alongside hot beverages or shared as gifts, these cookies will surely please everyone at your holiday table.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark will work)
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup eggnog
  • 2/3 cup unsalted butter
  • 3–4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3–5 tablespoons eggnog
  • 1–2 tablespoons cornstarch (if needed)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, nutmeg, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
  4. Mix in egg yolks, vanilla extract, and eggnog until smooth.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended.
  6. Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden; cool on a wire rack.
  8. For frosting, cream butter with powdered sugar, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt; add eggnog to desired consistency.
  9. Once cooled, frost each cookie generously.

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