Description
Eggnog snickerdoodles are a festive twist on the classic cookie, blending rich eggnog flavors with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. With their soft, chewy texture and crackly tops, these delightful treats are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights by the fire. Easy to make and irresistible to eat, they capture the essence of the season in every bite.
Ingredients
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- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Cinnamon-sugar mixture for rolling (1/4 cup granulated sugar + 2 tsp ground cinnamon)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt; set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Beat in eggnog and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets; roll in cinnamon-sugar before placing back on sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Allow to 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 (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg