Eggnog Thumbprint Cookies
Delight in the festive cheer with Eggnog Thumbprint Cookies, a holiday favorite featuring a buttery cookie base filled with a luscious eggnog-spiced center. Perfect for Christmas gatherings and a sweet treat for all ages.
Prep time: 30 minutesCook time: 12 minutesServes: 24
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2/3 cup granulated sugar
2 large egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
3 tablespoons eggnog
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter and 2/3 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in 2 egg yolks and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually add 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, mixing until a soft dough forms.
5. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
6. Make an indentation in the center of each ball using your thumb or the back of a spoon.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
8. While the cookies are baking, prepare the eggnog filling by creaming together 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons softened unsalted butter, 3 tablespoons eggnog, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon until smooth.
9. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once the cookies are cool, spoon or pipe the eggnog filling into the center indentations of each cookie.
Storage
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Reheating
To reheat, allow cookies to come to room temperature or warm them slightly in a microwave for 5-10 seconds.
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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.
