Imagine a cookie so divine, it captures the entire essence of holiday cheer in one delectable bite! These Frosted Eggnog Sugar Cookies are not just another holiday treat - they're a festive experience that will transport you straight to a cozy winter wonderland. With their soft, buttery texture, warm spices, and luxurious eggnog frosting, these cookies are guaranteed to become the star of your holiday dessert table and have everyone begging for your secret recipe.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 36 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup eggnog
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Set this mixture aside for later use.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and cinnamon to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well combined and smooth.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix; the dough should be soft and slightly sticky.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will firm up as they cool.
- Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the cookies are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, combine the powdered sugar and eggnog. Whisk until smooth and creamy. If the frosting is too thick, add a little more eggnog until you reach your desired consistency.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, spread a generous layer of the eggnog frosting on top of each cookie using a knife or a spatula.
- Optional: Sprinkle additional nutmeg or cinnamon on top of the frosted cookies for added flavor and decoration.
- Allow the frosting to set for about 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious Frosted Eggnog Sugar Cookies!
Tips
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the smoothest, most consistent dough.
- Don't overmix the cookie dough - this can lead to tough, dense cookies.
- Use a cookie scoop for uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
- Let cookies cool completely before frosting to prevent the icing from melting.
- For extra festive flair, consider garnishing with a light sprinkle of nutmeg or cinnamon.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain their softness and flavor.
- For best results, use fresh, high-quality eggnog in both the cookie and frosting.
- If the frosting is too thick, add eggnog a teaspoon at a time until you reach the perfect consistency.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 25mg
