Ingredients and Weight:
- Plain flour: 3 cups (360g)
- Butter: 1 cup (226g)
- Light brown sugar: 1 cup (packed, 200g)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Baking powder: 1 tsp
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Spices (eg. cinnamon): 1/4 tsp (optional)
- Eggnog: 1/2 cup (120ml)
- White sugar for rolling: 1/2 cup (to coat the cookies)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 15 minutes
- Total: 35 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix.
- Pour the flour mixture into the butter mixture and mix until just combined. Add the eggnog and mix well.
- Using a small cookie scoop, shape the dough into balls and roll them in white sugar.
- Place the cookies on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.
Nutritional Information: (per cookie)
Calories: Approx. 250-300 depending on size and ingredients used. Fat: 12g, Carbs: 35g, Protein: 4g.
Dish Characteristics:
- These are soft and chewy cookies with a hint of eggnog flavor. The white sugar coating gives them a crunchy exterior.
- The spices like cinnamon add a festive touch for the Christmas season.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The eggnog flavor is so unique and delicious."
- "I love how easy these cookies are to make, yet they taste like a professional chef made them."
- "These are perfect for Christmas gatherings, my family loved them!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure that the butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Do not overbake the cookies; they should be slightly soft in the center when removed from the oven.
- Adjust the spices according to your preference or experiment with different flavors like pumpkin spice or cocoa for a chocolatey twist.
