Eggnog Thumbprints

Thumbprint cookies originated in Sweden and are traditionally filled with fruit preserves, but this version adds a festive twist with eggnog filling.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 57 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Eggnog Thumbprints

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 57 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 2880

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Butter
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated Sugar
• 2 Egg Yolks
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 2 cup All-Purpose Flour
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
• 3 tablespoon Eggnog
• ¹⁄₂ cup Powdered Sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and nutmeg. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
4. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet. Make an indentation in the center of each ball using your thumb or the back of a teaspoon.
5. Fill each indentation with eggnog. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
6. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Once cooled, dust cookies with powdered sugar. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Sugars 10g

Protein 1g2%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.