5 Eggnog Cookie Recipes to Sweeten Your Holiday Season
Eggnog isn't just for sipping. The rich, decadent drink should be a staple ingredient in your holiday baking repertoire (if it's not already). Why? Prepared eggnog adds cozy flavor, intense richness, and welcome moisture to doughs, batters, and icings. In this collection of our best eggnog cookie recipes, you'll find a new go-to dessert for holiday parties and cookie exchanges.
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Chewy Eggnog Cookies
These chewy cookies are topped with a 3-ingredient glaze and dusted with nutmeg. A teaspoon of rum extract in the dough adds warm flavor that's perfect for the holidays.
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Eggnog Cutout Cookies
If you're tired of traditional gingerbread men, try these eggnog-flavored cutout cookies this holiday season. "This will be a Christmas tradition in our home from now on," says reviewer Dixie Jurca.
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Eggnog Cookies I
"The fragrance of nutmeg and cinnamon will infuse your home with holiday spirit as you bake these cookies," according to recipe creator Maureen.
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Bella's Eggnog Frosting
Use this 4-ingredient frosting (made with eggnog, butter, confectioners' sugar, and whole milk) to top your favorite molasses, gingerbread, or eggnog cookies.
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Tasty Eggnog Cookies
These cookies have a cake-like texture that everyone at your cookie exchange will love. Reviewer jnl3619 recommends adding cream cheese to the frosting for a bit of tangy flavor.
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More Inspiration
Try Our Best Christmas Desserts for Eggnog Lovers. Plus, explore our entire collection of Holiday Desserts.