Description
These eggnog sugar cookies are soft and flavorful, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/4 cup eggnog
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add egg yolk, eggnog, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Wrap dough and chill for 30 minutes.
- Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut into shapes and place on prepared baking sheets.
- Lightly sprinkle tops with nutmeg.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- For a more intense flavor, consider using freshly grated nutmeg.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg