EGGNOG THUMBPRINT COOKIES

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These cookies will be the toast of the party.. be ready to give out the recipe. Filled with butter, walnuts, and nutmeg with a touch of eggnog..Mmmm. Very dainty.Can shower with sprinkles for the holidays, or school colors, if the spirit moves you!

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Cookies

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

DOUGH:
1 1/2 c all purpose flour
1/4 tsp nutmeg
3/4 c butter, room temperature
1/2 c granulated sugar
1 large whole egg plus 1 egg yolk
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 c finely chopped walnuts
1 large egg white, lightly beaten
FILLING:
6 Tbsp soft butter
1 1/2 c powdered sugar
1 Tbsp eggnog or regular milk
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
1/8 tsp nutmeg
1 1/4 c finely chopped nuts,to roll cookies in (more if needed)

Steps:

  • 1. DOUGH: Mix flour and nutmeg in a medium bowl;set aside. Beat the butter and sugar in a large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.Add whole egg, egg yolk and vanilla; mix well. Gradually beat in flour mixture on low until well incorporated. Stir in nuts. Chill dough for 30 minutes or until dough is easy to handle.
  • 2. Preheat oven to 375^. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll in beaten egg white then in nuts. Place on cookie sheet 1 inch apart. (chill remaining dough while baking each batch of cookies).
  • 3. Bake 10 minutes or just until edges are lightly browned. Remove from oven. Immediately make an indentation in center of each cookie by gently pressing with back of a small spoon or a honey dipper spool. Cool on baking sheets 1 minute. Remove to paper or wire rack to cool completely before filling centers.
  • 4. EGGNOG FILLING: Beat the butter in medium bowl until soften; gradually beat in powdered sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggnog or milk,extract and nutmeg. Pipe or spoon about 1/2 teaspoon filling into center of each cooled cookie. Sprinkle with additional nutmeg, sprinkles nuts, coconut,mini chocolate chips.

Budh Gurung
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These cookies are the perfect way to spread holiday cheer.


Anele Mbongeni
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I'm so glad I tried these cookies. They're now one of my favorite holiday treats.


saulius venckus
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I love the combination of the sweet filling with the buttery cookie crust. These cookies are perfect for the holidays!


Jibz Enock
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These cookies were easy to make and they turned out great! I will definitely be making them again.


Muhammad Abuzar
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I'm not a huge fan of eggnog, but I really enjoyed these cookies. The filling is creamy and flavorful, and the cookie crust is perfectly buttery.


Melinda Casey
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These cookies were a big hit at my cookie exchange! Everyone loved them.


Mhiz Lizzy Douglas
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I love these cookies! They're so festive and perfect for the holidays.


hazrat bilal
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These cookies are delicious! The filling is rich and creamy, and the cookie crust is perfectly crisp. I will definitely be making these again.


keen Ali
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I was a little hesitant to try these cookies because I'm not a big fan of eggnog, but I'm so glad I did! The filling is creamy and flavorful, and the cookie crust is perfectly buttery.


Suad Elmi
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These cookies are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends. I love that I can make them ahead of time and freeze them, so I always have a sweet treat on hand.


Ahmad Shoaib
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I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a favorite. They're the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and the filling is so creamy and delicious.


Prince Vic muzik
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These cookies were a huge hit at my holiday party! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. I love the combination of the sweet filling with the buttery cookie crust.