{"id":51748,"date":"2025-10-23T08:38:32","date_gmt":"2025-10-23T08:38:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/?p=51748"},"modified":"2025-10-24T09:26:04","modified_gmt":"2025-10-24T09:26:04","slug":"easy-eggnog-cookies-with-eggnog-frosting-a-christmas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/easy-eggnog-cookies-with-eggnog-frosting-a-christmas\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Eggnog Cookies with Eggnog Frosting &#8211; A Unique Christmas Treat for Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Eggnog Cookies<\/strong> kick off the holidays with a velvet-y, spiced hug: soft sugar-cookie shapes infused with eggnog, a splash of rum (or rum extract), and finished with a boozy, nutmeg-kissed buttercream. If you love festive flavors but crave something a little different from the usual gingerbread or sugar cookie rotation, these cookies are your new go-to <strong>Unique Christmas Treats<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Introduction to the recipe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s be honest\u2014who doesn\u2019t have a carton of eggnog lurking in the fridge around December? Instead of sipping it solo, turn that holiday classic into cookies. These are not plain cutouts with boring frosting. The dough uses <strong>brown sugar<\/strong> for a caramel note, real eggnog for that signature flavor, and a whisper of spices (nutmeg, cinnamon, allspice). Then a silky eggnog buttercream crowns each cookie. They look festive, taste grown-up, and the aroma alone will convince your neighbors to drop in uninvited. (Invite them. You\u2019ll thank me later.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What makes these cookies so irresistible?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Texture and flavor team up here. The <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/strawberry-tart-cookies-poptart-cookie-recipes\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"316\">cookie bakes<\/a> tender and slightly pillowy with crisped edges. The eggnog in the dough adds a creamy, custard-like note that regular sugar cookies don\u2019t have. The frosting doubles down\u2014egg-noggy, spiced, and just boozy enough if you add a splash of rum. Balance rules: the cookies aren\u2019t sickly sweet because the dough and frosting both have nuanced depth from brown sugar and warm spices. <strong>Bold tip:<\/strong> use freshly grated nutmeg on top for the best holiday fragrance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients \u2014 quick descriptions (what each does)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>All-purpose flour<\/strong> \u2014 structure. Keeps cookies tender when measured properly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brown sugar<\/strong> \u2014 adds moisture and that toffee-like warmth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eggnog<\/strong> \u2014 the star: brings custardy flavor and liquid to the dough.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unsalted butter<\/strong> \u2014 richness, flavor, and mouthfeel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eggs<\/strong> \u2014 binders and richness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rum or rum extract<\/strong> \u2014 optional but it makes the flavor unmistakably festive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ground nutmeg, cinnamon, allspice<\/strong> \u2014 the seasonal spice trio that makes eggnog sing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Powdered sugar<\/strong> (for frosting) \u2014 creates a smooth, pipe-able buttercream.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vanilla extract<\/strong> \u2014 rounds flavors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sprinkles<\/strong> \u2014 optional, but they turn cookies into holiday eye candy.<br>These pantry staples let you make an <strong>Easy <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/melt-in-your-mouth-eggnog-cookies-recipe\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"317\">Eggnog Cookies Recipe<\/a><\/strong> without hunting for exotic ingredients.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Simple how-to (a straightforward method)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Make the dough:<\/strong> Cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg, a splash of rum (or rum extract), and eggnog. Whisk dry ingredients\u2014flour, baking powder, salt, and spices\u2014then fold into the wet mixture until you have a soft dough. Chill 30\u201360 minutes so the cutters give clean shapes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cut and bake:<\/strong> Roll the dough 1\/4&#8243; thick, cut shapes with your favorite cutters, place on parchment-lined sheets, and bake 8\u201311 minutes at 350\u00b0F until edges are set and tops are lightly golden. Don\u2019t overbake. Cool completely.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Frosting:<\/strong> Beat butter until creamy, add powdered sugar, a splash of eggnog, a teeny splash of rum, and spices; beat until fluffy. Pipe or spread atop cooled cookies and add sprinkles.<br><strong>Bold tip:<\/strong> chilling the dough helps prevent spreading and keeps edges sharp for pretty cutouts.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The story behind the recipe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I developed this because I kept seeing eggnog used as a beverage but rarely incorporated into cookies that also featured a dedicated eggnog frosting. After a few trials I found that swapping brown sugar into the cookie dough gave it a depth that matched the frosted top. People expect holiday cookies to be sugary and sweet; I wanted a cookie that tasted like the cup of nostalgia beside grandma\u2019s pie\u2014warm, spiced, and slightly boozy. I tested this at a cookie swap and got demands for the recipe. The rest, as they say, is seasonal history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pro tips for the best outcome<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Measure flour properly.<\/strong> Spoon flour into the cup and level it off, or better yet, weigh it. Too much flour equals dry, cakey cookies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chill the dough.<\/strong> This recipe benefits from 30\u201360 minutes in the fridge\u2014makes shapes crisp and slicing tidy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use real eggnog, not just milk + extract.<\/strong> The texture and flavor deepen with actual eggnog.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Grate fresh nutmeg on top.<\/strong> It smells incredible and elevates the whole plate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Avoid overfrosting.<\/strong> A little frosting goes a long way\u2014aim for balance.<br><strong>Bold tip:<\/strong> If you want firm lines for decorating, chill your cut cookies on the baking sheet for 10 minutes in the freezer before baking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations to try<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gingerbread Eggnog Cookies:<\/strong> Swap half the all-purpose flour for whole-wheat pastry flour and add a tablespoon of molasses plus extra ginger for a hybrid <strong>Gingerbread Eggnog Cookies<\/strong> vibe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Frosted Eggnog Cookies:<\/strong> Make a thicker buttercream and pipe festive designs\u2014perfect for gift boxes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eggnog Cookies With Eggnog Glaze:<\/strong> Skip the buttercream and make a thin eggnog glaze (egg nog + powdered sugar) for a glossy finish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Boozy option:<\/strong> Use aged rum or brandy instead of extract for a richer, more adult cookie.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aleternative spice blends:<\/strong> Try apple pie spice or pumpkin pie spice for a slightly different holiday twist.<br>These spins give you <strong>Eggnog Gingerbread Cookies<\/strong> if you crave molasses, or keep them classic for an elegant platter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best way to serve<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Serve these as part of a holiday cookie tray with an unmisted glass of eggnog on the side. They pair beautifully with coffee or a lightly spiced cider. Warm them gently for a few seconds in the microwave before applying frosting for an extra-soft bite. If you host a cookie exchange, stack them between parchment circles in a pretty tin\u2014gift-ready and festive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Easy-Eggnog-Cookies-with-Eggnog-Frosting-A-Unique-Christmas-Treat-for-Holidays-2.webp\" alt=\"Soft Eggnog Cookies topped with creamy frosting and festive sprinkles, a perfect Unique Christmas Treats idea for the holidays.\" class=\"wp-image-51751\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Easy-Eggnog-Cookies-with-Eggnog-Frosting-A-Unique-Christmas-Treat-for-Holidays-2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Easy-Eggnog-Cookies-with-Eggnog-Frosting-A-Unique-Christmas-Treat-for-Holidays-2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Easy-Eggnog-Cookies-with-Eggnog-Frosting-A-Unique-Christmas-Treat-for-Holidays-2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Easy-Eggnog-Cookies-with-Eggnog-Frosting-A-Unique-Christmas-Treat-for-Holidays-2-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick tips for storage and leftovers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Room temp:<\/strong> Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep layers separated with parchment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Refrigerate:<\/strong> If your frosting contains perishable eggnog and you added fresh dairy, store in the fridge for up to 5 days. Bring to room temp before serving for best flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freeze:<\/strong> Freeze baked, unfrosted cookies in a single layer for up to 3 months; thaw and frost later. Some folks also freeze frosted cookies if the frosting is firm\u2014wrap tightly.<br><strong>Bold note:<\/strong> add sprinkles right after frosting so they set into the icing and don\u2019t roll off.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs \u2014 quick answers for common questions<\/h3>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1761208001581\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I make these without alcohol?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes\u2014use rum extract instead of rum for flavor without the booze.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1761208008002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I use powdered eggnog or homemade substitutes?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>I recommend real eggnog for best texture and flavor. If unavailable, a mix of milk, cream, and a pinch of cinnamon + nutmeg can stand in, but the result shifts subtly.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1761208015118\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Do these freeze well?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Unfrosted cookies freeze beautifully. If you plan to freeze frosted cookies, make sure the frosting is set and wrap them tightly. Thaw at room temperature.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1761208038830\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can kids help make them?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Totally. Kids can roll and cut shapes, and they love sprinkling. Omit the rum if children will eat them.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1761208045643\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How can I keep cookies from being too sweet?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Use less frosting per cookie and select a higher-quality eggnog that isn\u2019t syrupy-sweet. You can also reduce powdered sugar by a small amount in the buttercream and balance with a touch more butter.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations of presentation (fun serving ideas)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make mini cookie sandwiches with frosting in the center for bite-sized treats.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pipe rosettes of frosting and top with a dusting of cinnamon for a classy platter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stack cookies in layers with cardstock separators in a gift box for easy gifting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assemble a dipping station\u2014small bowls of rum-spiked caramel, chocolate ganache, or extra eggnog for dunking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts \u2014 why these belong on your holiday table<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These cookies hit the sweet spot between nostalgic and novel. They taste familiar (egg nog!), but the frosting and brown-sugar base give them a grown-up depth that classic sugar cookies lack. They fit right into cookie swaps, holiday parties, and afternoon cocoa rituals. Whether you call them <strong>Eggnog Cookies<\/strong>, <strong>Frosted Eggnog Cookies<\/strong>, or the family\u2019s new favorite holiday signature, they\u2019ll disappear fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you head to the kitchen: grab a carton of eggnog, a tin of sprinkles, and maybe a bottle of rum if you\u2019re feeling festive. Life\u2019s short\u2014bake something that makes the whole house smell like holiday cheer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bonus:<\/strong> if you want to push the theme further, try my riff that swaps in molasses and extra ginger to make <strong>Gingerbread Eggnog Cookies<\/strong>\u2014they\u2019re a delightful mash-up and worth the experiment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Happy baking, and Merry Cookies!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow me on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pinterest <\/a><\/strong>for daily new recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"position: absolute;width: 0;height: 0;overflow: hidden\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<defs>\n<symbol viewbox=\"9 9 46 42\" id=\"wpt-star-full\">\n<path d=\"m46.3 52-14.4-9.5-14.4 9.4L22 35.3 8.7 24.5l17.1-.9 6.2-16 6 16 17.2 1-13.4 10.7z\" \/>\n<\/symbol>\n<\/defs>\n<\/svg>\n<a class=\"button 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class=\"tasty-recipes-author-name\">Jennifer<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"prep-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrep Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-prep-time\">2 hours 30 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"cook-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCook Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-cook-time\">12 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"total-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTotal Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-total-time\">2 hours 42 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"yield\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-cutlery\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYield:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-yield\"><span data-amount=\"4\">4<\/span> dozen <span class=\"tasty-recipes-yield-scale\"><span data-amount=\"1\">1<\/span>x<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"category\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-folder\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tCategory:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-category\">Dessert<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-button-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<a class=\"button tasty-recipes-print-button tasty-recipes-no-print\" href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/easy-eggnog-cookies-with-eggnog-frosting-a-christmas\/print\/51749\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"\">\n\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"svg-print\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-print\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\tPrint Recipe<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/header>\n\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-content\">\n\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-description\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Description<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-description-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<p>Celebrate the season with these buttery Eggnog Cutout Cookies topped with a velvety eggnog buttercream that melts in your mouth. Each bite tastes like a sip of holiday cheer \u2014 warm spices, rich brown sugar, and that unmistakable eggnog flavor. Finish with a dusting of sprinkles for a cookie that looks (and tastes) straight out of a Christmas movie.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-clipboard-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-units-scale-container\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-label\">Scale<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button tasty-recipes-scale-button-active\" data-amount=\"1\" type=\"button\">1x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"2\" type=\"button\">2x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"3\" type=\"button\">3x<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<p><strong>For the Cookies<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e457e\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e457e\" aria-label=\"1 \u00bc cups (2 \u00bd sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e457e\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1.25\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 \u00bc cups<\/span> (<span data-amount=\"2.5\">2 \u00bd<\/span> sticks) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e458e\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e458e\" aria-label=\"1 cup packed light brown sugar\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e458e\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 cup<\/span> packed light brown sugar<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5b6e\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5b6e\" aria-label=\"4 large egg yolks\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5b6e\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"4\">4<\/span> large egg yolks<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5ba0\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5ba0\" aria-label=\"\u00bc cup eggnog\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5ba0\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.25\" data-unit=\"cup\">\u00bc cup<\/span> eggnog<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bae\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bae\" aria-label=\"1 tablespoon spiced rum (or 1 teaspoon rum extract)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bae\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">1 tablespoon<\/span> spiced rum (or <span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">1 teaspoon<\/span> rum extract)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bb7\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bb7\" aria-label=\"3 cups all-purpose flour\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bb7\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"3\" data-unit=\"cup\">3 cups<\/span> all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bc1\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bc1\" aria-label=\"1 teaspoon baking powder\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bc1\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">1 teaspoon<\/span> baking powder<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bcb\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bcb\" aria-label=\"\u00bc teaspoon salt\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bcb\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.25\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">\u00bc teaspoon<\/span> salt<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bd3\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bd3\" aria-label=\"\u00bd teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bd3\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">\u00bd teaspoon<\/span> freshly grated nutmeg<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bdb\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bdb\" aria-label=\"\u00bd teaspoon ground cinnamon\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bdb\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">\u00bd teaspoon<\/span> ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5be1\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5be1\" aria-label=\"A small pinch of allspice\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5be1\"><\/label><\/span>A small pinch of allspice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For the Frosting<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bea\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bea\" aria-label=\"6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bea\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"6\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">6 tablespoons<\/span> unsalted butter, softened<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bf2\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bf2\" aria-label=\"2 \u00bc cups powdered sugar\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bf2\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"2.25\" data-unit=\"cup\">2 \u00bc cups<\/span> powdered sugar<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bfc\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bfc\" aria-label=\"1 \u00bd teaspoons spiced rum (or \u00bc teaspoon rum extract)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5bfc\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1.5\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">1 \u00bd teaspoons<\/span> spiced rum (or <span data-amount=\"0.25\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">\u00bc teaspoon<\/span> rum extract)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5c05\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5c05\" aria-label=\"2 tablespoons eggnog\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5c05\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"2\" data-unit=\"tablespoon\">2 tablespoons<\/span> eggnog<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5c0d\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5c0d\" aria-label=\"\u00bc teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5c0d\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.25\" data-unit=\"teaspoon\">\u00bc teaspoon<\/span> freshly grated nutmeg<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\" data-has-non-numeric-amount><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5c14\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5c14\" aria-label=\"A pinch of cinnamon\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5c14\"><\/label><\/span>A pinch of cinnamon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For Decorating<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5c1a\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5c1a\" aria-label=\"Extra flour (for rolling out dough)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5c1a\"><\/label><\/span>Extra flour (for rolling out dough)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\" data-has-non-numeric-amount><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5c21\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5c21\" aria-label=\"Festive sprinkles of your choice\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f0f962e5c21\"><\/label><\/span>Festive sprinkles of your choice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--INSIDE_INGREDIENTS--><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<h4 data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1495\">Make the Cookie Dough<\/h4>\n<ol data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"2470\">\n<li id=\"instruction-step-1\" data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1658\">\n<p data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1658\"><strong data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1520\">Cream the butter:<\/strong> In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter on medium speed until smooth and pale, about 2 minutes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\" data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1766\">\n<p data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1766\"><strong data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1676\">Add sugar:<\/strong> Pour in the brown sugar and continue beating for another minute until fluffy and light.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\" data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1948\">\n<p data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1948\"><strong data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1797\">Mix in wet ingredients:<\/strong> Reduce the speed to low and add the egg yolks one at a time. Then pour in the eggnog and rum (or extract) and mix just until everything is combined.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\" data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"2081\">\n<p data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"2081\"><strong data-start=\"1952\" data-end=\"1980\">Combine dry ingredients:<\/strong> In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon, and allspice.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\" data-start=\"2082\" data-end=\"2302\">\n<p data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2302\"><strong data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2114\">Bring the dough together:<\/strong> Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients while mixing on low speed. Mix until a soft dough forms. Scrape the bowl and mix briefly again to ensure everything is incorporated.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-6\" data-start=\"2303\" data-end=\"2470\">\n<p data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2470\"><strong data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2316\">Chill:<\/strong> Divide the dough in half, flatten each piece into a disc, wrap tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about 2 hours or until firm enough to roll.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2475\" \/>\n<h4 data-start=\"2477\" data-end=\"2501\">Make the Frosting<\/h4>\n<ol data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2987\">\n<li id=\"instruction-step-7\" data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2588\">\n<p data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2588\"><strong data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2525\">Beat the butter:<\/strong> In a clean mixing bowl, beat butter until smooth and creamy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-8\" data-start=\"2589\" data-end=\"2717\">\n<p data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"2717\"><strong data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"2621\">Add sugar and flavorings:<\/strong> Gradually mix in powdered sugar. Then add rum (or rum extract), eggnog, nutmeg, and cinnamon.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-9\" data-start=\"2718\" data-end=\"2903\">\n<p data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2903\"><strong data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2743\">Whip until smooth:<\/strong> Beat for 2\u20133 minutes until light and fluffy. If the frosting seems too thick, add a teaspoon of milk or more eggnog until you reach a spreadable consistency.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-10\" data-start=\"2904\" data-end=\"2987\">\n<p data-start=\"2907\" data-end=\"2987\"><strong data-start=\"2907\" data-end=\"2921\">Set aside:<\/strong> Keep the frosting at room temperature while baking the cookies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr data-start=\"2989\" data-end=\"2992\" \/>\n<h4 data-start=\"2994\" data-end=\"3017\">Bake the Cookies<\/h4>\n<ol data-start=\"3018\" data-end=\"3899\">\n<li id=\"instruction-step-11\" data-start=\"3018\" data-end=\"3158\">\n<p data-start=\"3021\" data-end=\"3158\"><strong data-start=\"3021\" data-end=\"3038\">Preheat oven:<\/strong> Set your oven to <strong data-start=\"3056\" data-end=\"3073\">325\u00b0F (163\u00b0C)<\/strong> and position the rack in the upper third. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-12\" data-start=\"3159\" data-end=\"3287\">\n<p data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3287\"><strong data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3181\">Roll the dough:<\/strong> Lightly flour your counter. Place half the chilled dough on the surface and roll to about \u00bc inch thick.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-13\" data-start=\"3288\" data-end=\"3517\">\n<p data-start=\"3291\" data-end=\"3517\"><strong data-start=\"3291\" data-end=\"3306\">Cut shapes:<\/strong> Use your favorite cookie cutters (stars, trees, bells\u2014whatever screams \u201cholidays!\u201d) and transfer shapes to the prepared baking sheets. The cookies spread very little, so you can space them about \u00bd inch apart.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-14\" data-start=\"3518\" data-end=\"3651\">\n<p data-start=\"3521\" data-end=\"3651\"><strong data-start=\"3521\" data-end=\"3530\">Bake:<\/strong> Bake one sheet at a time for <strong data-start=\"3560\" data-end=\"3574\">12 minutes<\/strong>, or until the bottoms are golden and the tops are just turning a pale tan.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-15\" data-start=\"3652\" data-end=\"3774\">\n<p data-start=\"3655\" data-end=\"3774\"><strong data-start=\"3655\" data-end=\"3666\">Repeat:<\/strong> Gather and re-roll the dough scraps as needed\u2014you can reuse them several times without affecting texture.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-16\" data-start=\"3775\" data-end=\"3899\">\n<p data-start=\"3778\" data-end=\"3899\"><strong data-start=\"3778\" data-end=\"3787\">Cool:<\/strong> Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then move them to a wire rack to cool completely.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr data-start=\"3901\" data-end=\"3904\" \/>\n<h4 data-start=\"3906\" data-end=\"3931\">Frost and Decorate<\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol data-start=\"3932\" data-end=\"4257\">\n<li id=\"instruction-step-17\" data-start=\"3932\" data-end=\"4017\">\n<p data-start=\"3935\" data-end=\"4017\">Once cookies are completely cool, spread or pipe the frosting generously on top.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-18\" data-start=\"4018\" data-end=\"4115\">\n<p data-start=\"4021\" data-end=\"4115\">If the frosting stiffens while you work, whisk in a touch of milk or eggnog to loosen it up.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-19\" data-start=\"4116\" data-end=\"4198\">\n<p data-start=\"4119\" data-end=\"4198\">Before the frosting sets, shower each cookie with colorful holiday sprinkles.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-20\" data-start=\"4199\" data-end=\"4257\">\n<p data-start=\"4202\" data-end=\"4257\">Allow frosting to firm up before stacking or storing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Notes<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li><strong>Storage Tips<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Room temperature: Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days.<\/li>\n<li>Refrigerated: Store up to 5 days if your kitchen runs warm. Bring to room temp before serving.<\/li>\n<li>Freezer-friendly: Freeze unfrosted cookies for up to 3 months; thaw and frost later for fresh holiday flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baker\u2019s Notes<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Freshly grated nutmeg makes all the difference\u2014trust me.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t skip chilling the dough! It helps your cookies keep their shape.<\/li>\n<li>These cookies are rich but not overly sweet, so the frosting shines without being cloying.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83c\udf84 These Eggnog Cookies with Eggnog Frosting are like Christmas in cookie form\u2014spiced, buttery, and impossible to eat just one. 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