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Eggnog Cookies with Drizzle Recipe

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Delight in the festive flavors of these Eggnog Cookies with a smooth eggnog drizzle. Soft, tender cookies infused with classic holiday spices and creamy eggnog, rolled in spiced sugar, then topped with a sweet eggnog glaze. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy winter treat.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup shortening
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup eggnog
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

Coating

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Drizzle

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons eggnog

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Cream Butter, Shortening, and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, shortening, and 1 cup sugar. Use a mixer to beat until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which helps create tender cookies.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients and Spices: Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and baking soda until the ingredients are just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
  4. Incorporate Eggnog: Pour in 1/2 cup of your favorite eggnog and mix until fully blended, adding moisturizing flavor to the dough.
  5. Add Flour: Gradually add 3 cups of all-purpose flour to the bowl, mixing until the dough is just incorporated without overworking it.
  6. Prepare Sugar Coating: In a separate small bowl, combine 1 cup sugar and 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg. Scoop 1 to 2 tablespoon-sized balls of dough and roll each ball in the spiced sugar mixture, coating them well.
  7. Shape Cookies: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently press each ball down to slightly flatten them for even baking.
  8. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F for approximately 12 minutes, or up to 14 minutes if making larger cookies. Look for lightly golden edges as an indicator of doneness.
  9. Cool Slightly: Remove cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes to set before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Transfer to Cooling Rack: Move the cookies carefully to a cooling rack to cool completely, ensuring they maintain their crispness and texture.
  11. Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons eggnog until smooth and pourable for the glaze.
  12. Apply Drizzle: Drizzle the eggnog glaze over the cooled cookies using a spoon or piping bag. Allow the glaze to set fully before serving.
  13. Store Cookies: Store the glazed cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
  14. Freezing Instructions: To freeze, place cookies in a freezer-safe container or bag and keep in the freezer for up to 6 months. Thaw before serving.

Notes

  • The sugar and nutmeg coating adds a delightful crunchy texture and extra spice flavor to the exterior of the cookies.
  • For best results, use fresh eggnog with a good vanilla and spice flavor.
  • If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the sugar slightly in the coating or drizzle.
  • These cookies freeze well, making them perfect to prepare in advance for holiday gift-giving or parties.
  • Allow the glaze to fully set before stacking cookies to prevent sticking.

Keywords: eggnog cookies, holiday cookies, Christmas cookies, eggnog glaze, spiced cookies, nutmeg cookies, festive desserts

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