Description
Indulge in the festive flavor of Eggnog Snickerdoodle Cookies, a delightful treat that combines the warm spices of nutmeg and cinnamon with creamy eggnog. These soft and chewy cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, this recipe is sure to become a seasonal favorite. Experience the joy of baking with loved ones as your kitchen fills with the sweet aroma of these irresistible cookies!
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup eggnog
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cream of tartar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the eggnog and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop out dough balls (about 1 inch in size) and roll each in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar before placing them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg