Description
Eggnog cookies are a delightful holiday treat that brings the festive flavors of traditional eggnog into a soft, chewy cookie. Infused with nutmeg and vanilla, these cookies offer warmth and joy, making them perfect for cozy gatherings or as a special indulgence on chilly nights. Their inviting aroma will fill your home, creating cherished memories that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time along with vanilla extract to the butter mixture; mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden around the edges.
- Let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg