Delicious Eggnog Thumbprints Recipe

Indulge in the holiday spirit with these delicious eggnog thumbprint cookies. The rich eggnog flavor combined with a tender, buttery cookie base is sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering. Easy to make and perfect for gifting to friends and family.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon rum extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 3/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons eggnog
• Red and green sprinkles for decorating

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add egg yolk, vanilla extract, rum extract, and nutmeg to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
6. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet.
7. Using your thumb, make an indentation in the center of each cookie.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
9. Once cookies have cooled, mix together powdered sugar and eggnog to create a glaze.
10. Fill each thumbprint with eggnog glaze and top with sprinkles.
11. Let glaze set before serving.

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