Bring the magic of the holidays straight to your kitchen with these Soft Eggnog Cookies, a sweet tribute to cozy winter nights and joyful gatherings. Each bite melts on your tongue tender, spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, and topped with a smooth eggnog frosting that captures the warmth of the season.
These cookies taste like Christmas morning feels: comforting, nostalgic, and full of love. Perfect for sharing, gifting, or savoring by the tree with a mug of eggnog in hand.
1. Preheat Oven & Prepare Dry Mix:
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Set aside.
2. Cream Butter and Sugars:
In a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until pale and fluffy.
3. Add Wet Ingredients:
Mix in egg yolks one at a time, then add vanilla extract, rum extract, and eggnog.
4. Combine:
On low speed, add dry ingredients gradually and mix just until combined (do not overmix).
5. Scoop and Bake:
Drop dough by heaping tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies 2 inches apart. Bake for 11–13 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
6. Cool:
Let cookies rest on the baking sheet a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Make Frosting:
Whip butter until pale and fluffy. Add rum extract, 3 Tbsp eggnog, and powdered sugar. Mix until smooth, adding more eggnog as needed for a spreadable consistency.
8. Frost & Garnish:
Frost cooled cookies and sprinkle lightly with nutmeg for a festive touch.
Problem: Cookies spread too thin.
Cause: Low-fat eggnog or overly soft butter.
Fix: Use full-fat eggnog and butter that’s soft but not melted. Add 1–2 Tbsp extra flour if needed.
Problem: Frosting consistency is off.
Cause: Too much or too little eggnog.
Fix: Add eggnog 1 Tbsp at a time. If too runny, add more powdered sugar.
These Eggnog Cookies are a must-bake holiday favorite! Soft, cake-like, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, they feature cozy spices and a rich eggnog frosting that tastes just like the classic festive drink. The perfect cookie for Christmas gatherings or cozy winter baking days!
Cookies previously listed 2 1/4 cups flour (spooned and leveled method) when using the easier scoop and level method this is only 2 cups to equal the same amount. If you'd like cookies to be a little thicker you can add 2 extra tablespoons of flour.
