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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 10 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 160 |
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Eggnog stars in both the cookie and frosting in this new-found recipe, imparting a subtle holiday flavor.Amanda Taylor, Glen Ewen, Saskatchewan Ingredients:
1 cup butter, softened |
2 cups sugar |
1 cup eggnog |
5-1/2 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
1 teaspoon baking soda |
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg |
icing: |
1/4 cup butter, softened |
3 cups confectioners' sugar |
1/3 cup eggnog |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggnog. Combine the flour, baking soda and nutmeg; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Shape into four 10-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight.
2. Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until set. Remove to wire racks to cool.
3. For icing, in a large bowl, beat butter until fluffy. Add confectioners' sugar and eggnog; beat until smooth. Frost cookies. Store in an airtight container. Yield: about 13-1/2 dozen.
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