Recipes Desserts Cookies Spice Cookie Recipes Eggnog Cookies 4.4 (170) 148 Reviews 21 Photos These eggnog cookies are a delectable treat for eggnog lovers! These cookies have a wonderful aroma — the fragrance of nutmeg and cinnamon will infuse your home as you bake these cookies. They make delicious holiday gifts and are a welcome addition to cookie exchanges! Submitted by Maureen Updated on November 16, 2023 Save Rate Print Share Close Add Photo 21 21 21 21 Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings: 36 Yield: 6 dozen Jump to Nutrition Facts Jump to recipe These eggnog cookies are fun, festive, flavorful, and perfectly irresistible. Eggnog Cookies Ingredients These are the ingredients you'll need to make this festive eggnog cookie recipe: Flour: This eggnog cookie recipe starts with all-purpose flour. Baking powder: Baking powder acts as a leavener, which means it helps the cookies rise. Spices: These eggnog cookies are spiced with nutmeg and cinnamon. Sugar: White sugar sweetens things up. Butter: Butter adds moisture and richness. Eggnog: Buy store-bought eggnog or use leftover homemade eggnog. Egg yolks: Use just the egg yolks for the moistest, most decadent results. Vanilla: A teaspoon of vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor. Chef V How to Make Eggnog Cookies You'll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here's a brief overview of what you can expect when you make these eggnog cookies: Beat the butter and sugar together. Add the remaining wet ingredients.Gradually beat in the flour, baking powder, and spices.Drop the dough on a prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with nutmeg.Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are golden. How to Store Eggnog Cookies Allow the cookies to cool, then transfer them to an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to four days. My Hot Southern Mess How to Freeze Eggnog Cookies Yes, you can freeze eggnog cookies. Arrange the cooled cookies on a baking sheet, cover, and freeze for a few hours or up to overnight. When the cookies are frozen, transfer them to zip-top bags or another freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to one month. Thaw in the refrigerator. Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise "These cookies were great...a good way to use up excess eggnog in my fridge," says Kathryn. "I sprinkled a bit of cinnamon sugar on top afterwards. They were a hit at my work party!" "They're soft and have just the perfect amount of spice," raves Jaay. "You will always find eggnog cookies among my holiday baking goodies somewhere." "I made these cookies for a cookie exchange and they turned out great," according to Nanatte Jones. "My family enjoyed them and we're looking forward to baking these every year." Editorial contributions by Corey Williams Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1x 2x 4x Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it. Original recipe (1X) yields 36 servings 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg, or as needed ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 ¼ cups white sugar ¾ cup butter, softened ½ cup eggnog 2 egg yolks 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions Gather all ingredients. ALLRECIPES / QI AI Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Sift flour, baking powder, nutmeg, and cinnamon into a bowl; set aside. ALLRECIPES / QI AI Beat sugar and butter together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add eggnog, egg yolks, and vanilla; beat at medium speed until smooth. ALLRECIPES / QI AI Gradually beat in flour mixture at low speed until just combined. ALLRECIPES / QI AI Drop spoonfuls of dough 1 inch apart onto ungreased baking sheets; sprinkle lightly with nutmeg. ALLRECIPES / QI AI Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden, about 20 minutes. ALLRECIPES / QI AI Cool on the baking sheet briefly before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. I Made It Print 285 home cooks made it! Nutrition Facts (per serving) 98 Calories 5g Fat 14g Carbs 1g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 36 Calories 98 % Daily Value * Total Fat 5g 6% Saturated Fat 3g 14% Cholesterol 24mg 8% Sodium 43mg 2% Total Carbohydrate 14g 5% Dietary Fiber 0g 1% Total Sugars 7g Protein 1g 2% Vitamin C 0mg 0% Calcium 16mg 1% Iron 0mg 2% Potassium 17mg 0% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.