Description
Indulge in the warm, festive flavors of Eggnog Snickerdoodle Cookies that perfectly blend the classic snickerdoodle with the creamy richness of eggnog. These soft, pillowy cookies are dusted with cinnamon sugar and infused with nutmeg, making them an irresistible treat for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home. Easy to prepare, this delightful recipe is sure to become a cherished favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ cup eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in eggnog and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart. Roll each ball in cinnamon sugar before placing on the sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Let cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg