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Eggnog Cookies Recipe – Best Fluffy Holiday Treat with Nutmeg Glaze

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These fluffy eggnog cookies are a festive holiday treat, featuring a soft, cake-like texture and a sweet nutmeg glaze. Perfect for Christmas gatherings, gifting, or cozy winter nights, they deliver nostalgic eggnog flavor in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (freshly grated if possible)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup real eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon rum extract (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 3–4 tablespoons eggnog
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (for sprinkling, freshly grated is best)
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  4. Beat in egg, vanilla extract, and rum extract (if using) until fully combined.
  5. Slowly mix in eggnog. The mixture may look curdled; this is normal.
  6. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in two additions, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Using a medium cookie scoop (about 1.5 tablespoons), drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until cookies are just set and edges are barely golden. Rotate pan halfway through baking.
  9. Let cookies cool on the pan for 3-5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  10. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, eggnog, and vanilla extract (if using) until smooth and drizzly.
  11. Once cookies are cool, spoon or spread glaze over each cookie. Sprinkle with a pinch of nutmeg.
  12. Let glaze set for 30 minutes before stacking or packaging. Serve fresh or store in an airtight container.

Notes

For extra fluffy cookies, ensure baking powder and soda are fresh. Chill dough for 20 minutes if cookies spread too much. Use freshly grated nutmeg for best flavor. Cookies are best enjoyed within 3 days. For gluten-free or dairy-free adaptations, substitute with 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and plant-based eggnog/butter.

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