FROSTED NUTMEG LOGS

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Every bite of these cookies tastes like a sip of eggnog, so it's no wonder we make them each Christmas. Other cookie recipes come and go, but this is a timeless classic.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 to 1 teaspoon rum extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
1/3 cup butter, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 to 1 teaspoon rum extract
1 to 2 tablespoons half-and-half cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add egg and extracts; mix well. Combine the flour, nutmeg and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture. , On a lightly floured surface, shape dough into 1/2-in.-wide logs. Cut into 2-in. pieces. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 11-14 minutes or until center is set and edges are lightly browned. Cool for 2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks., For frosting, in a bowl, combine the butter, confectioners' sugar, extracts and enough cream to achieve a spreading consistency. Frost cooled cookies.

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Tank Rana
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I'm not a big baker, but these logs were really easy to make. I'm definitely going to make them again.


arbab amin
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These logs are the perfect way to use up leftover cake. I always have some leftover cake after a birthday party or other celebration, and these logs are a great way to use it up.


Mayses Sime
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I love the way these logs look when they're frosted. They're so festive and elegant.


Amahle Yengwa
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These logs are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


Jordan Benge
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Yum!


Lisa Anderson
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I would definitely make these logs again. They're a great addition to any holiday dessert table.


Mhassan Iqbal
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These logs were a bit time-consuming to make, but they were worth the effort.


Bahata Babita
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I love the combination of nutmeg and cream cheese in these logs. It's a really unique and delicious flavor.


Doge Cool
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These logs are perfect for a holiday party or any special occasion.


Mohammed Alhassan Bruno
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I had some trouble getting the frosting to spread evenly, but overall these logs were delicious.


lihini dilshani
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These logs were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Kaleab Telayneh
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I'm not usually a fan of nutmeg, but I really enjoyed these logs. The frosting is the perfect complement to the nutty flavor of the cake.


Raman Kumar
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These logs are so cute and festive! I love the way the frosting looks like snow.


Asghar Abbas
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I've made these Frosted Nutmeg Logs several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're so easy to make and the flavor is amazing.


Comfort Phiri
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These Frosted Nutmeg Logs were an absolute hit! I brought them to a holiday party and they were gone in minutes. Everyone raved about how delicious they were.