Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon rum extract (optional)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons eggnog
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of ground nutmeg (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter with the granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, eggnog, vanilla extract, and rum extract (if using) into the butter mixture until everything is combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined, being careful not to over-mix.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 120 minutes.
- Preheat the Oven: When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop and Bake: Scoop the chilled dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool the Cookies: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the Eggnog Glaze (Optional): In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, eggnog, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of nutmeg until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies for extra flavor.
Notes
Always chill your dough for at least two hours to prevent spreading. Use fresh spices for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg