Nothing says cozy and festive quite like the smell of freshly baked cookies wafting through your home during the holiday season. If you’re a fan of classic eggnog but looking for a fun twist on a beloved treat, then these Eggnog Snickerdoodles are just what you need. Combining the rich flavors of eggnog with the warm cinnamon goodness of a snickerdoodle, these cookies are sure to become a new holiday favorite in your household. So, grab your mixing bowl and preheat the oven – let’s get baking!
Title: Eggnog Snickerdoodles
Ingredients:
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup eggnog
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 large eggs
– 4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggnog, vanilla extract, and eggs to the butter mixture, beating well until fully combined.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, salt, and ground nutmeg.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth cookie dough forms. The dough may be slightly sticky – that’s okay.
6. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon to make the snickerdoodle coating.
7. Shape the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and roll each ball in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until evenly coated.
8. Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
9. Using the bottom of a glass, gently flatten each dough ball to about 1/2 inch thickness.
10. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
11. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these delicious Eggnog Snickerdoodles with a cup of hot cocoa or a glass of your favorite eggnog for the ultimate holiday treat. These cookies are perfect for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or simple family gatherings. The combination of eggnog and snickerdoodle flavors creates a cookie that is soft, chewy, and bursting with seasonal goodness. Bake a batch of these delightful cookies and share the joy of the holiday season with those you love. Happy baking!
