Frosted Eggnog Cookies Christmas (Print-Friendly Version)

These soft, melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect for December celebrations. Spiced with nutmeg and topped with eggnog buttercream, they deliver classic Christmas cookie flavor. Made for festive winter gatherings— you’ll want this later.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Eggnog Sugar Cookies

01 - 2 cups cake flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
03 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
04 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
05 - 3/4 cup powdered sugar
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
08 - 1 teaspoon rum extract
09 - 1/4 cup eggnog

→ Eggnog Buttercream Frosting

10 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
11 - 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
12 - 2 tablespoons eggnog
13 - 1 teaspoon rum extract
14 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
15 - Ground nutmeg, for sprinkling

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together cake flour and kosher salt. Set aside.
03 - In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat 1/3 cup unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
04 - Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, rum extract, and eggnog until fully incorporated.
05 - Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
06 - Portion dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are set but centers are soft. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
07 - In a clean stand mixer bowl, beat 1/2 cup unsalted butter until smooth. Add sifted powdered sugar gradually, mixing on low. Add eggnog, rum extract, and salt, and blend until creamy and light.
08 - Once cookies are fully cooled, spread or pipe buttercream over each cookie. Sprinkle with ground nutmeg before serving.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Immediately after baking, use a large round cookie cutter or glass to shape each cookie for a uniform appearance.

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