FROSTED EGGNOG COOKIES

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Eggnog stars in both the cookie and frosting in this new-found recipe, imparting a subtle holiday flavor.-Amanda Taylor, Glen Ewen, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 13-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
1 cup eggnog
5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
ICING:
1/4 cup butter, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup eggnog

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggnog. Combine flour, baking soda and nutmeg; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Shape into four 10-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight., Preheat oven to 375°. Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake until set, 8-10 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool., For icing, in a large bowl, beat butter until fluffy. Add confectioners' sugar and eggnog; beat until smooth. Frost cookies. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 20mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.