Description
Capture the warmth of the holiday season with these Cozy Eggnog Sugar Cookies—soft, chewy, and full of festive flavor. Each bite melts in your mouth with the rich taste of eggnog and a hint of nutmeg. Whether you’re looking for quick dessert ideas, easy recipes for a holiday gathering, or nostalgic food ideas for gifting, these cookies are the perfect pick. Ideal for breakfast ideas, party treats, or an easy dinner dessert finisher, this is one sweet, simple bake that brings big cheer.
Ingredients
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large egg yolks
1/2 cup eggnog
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: extra nutmeg or cinnamon sugar for topping
Instructions
1. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in the egg yolks one at a time, followed by the eggnog and vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
4. Gradually stir dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined.
5. Scoop tablespoon-sized dough onto a lined baking sheet and sprinkle tops with nutmeg or cinnamon sugar.
6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until crackly and set.
7. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For extra richness, use full-fat eggnog and real vanilla extract.
Do not overbake—pull them out as soon as the edges are set for soft centers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 125
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg