Lyons Family Cookbook

Eggnog Snickerdoodle Cookies

3

cups

all-purpose flour

2

tsp

cream of tartar

1

tsp

baking soda

1/2

tsp

salt

3/4

cup

butter (1 1/2 sticks)

2

cups

sugar, divided

1/4

cup

plain eggnog

1

Tbsp

dark rum or brandy

1

tsp

vanilla extract

2

large eggs

2

tsp

cinnamon

1/2

tsp

grated nutmeg (or ground nutmeg)

1

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt. Set aside.

2

In a large bowl, use an electric mixer on high to beat the butter and 1 1/2 cups of the sugar until light and fluffy. Reduce the mixer sped to low and slowly drizzle in the eggnog, rum and vanilla, mixing until completely incorporated. Add the eggs, then beat until well mixed.

3

Add the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 1 hour.

4

When ready to bake, heat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

5

In a small bowl, mix together the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar, the cinnamon and nutmeg.

6

Working with 1 tablespoon of dough at a time, roll the dough between your hands to form balls. Roll each ball in the sugar mixture to coat evenly, then arrange on the prepared baking sheet. Leaving 2" between the cookies on all sides. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until llightly golden, but still soft a the center. Transfer to a rack to cool.

Makes 60 cookies. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Eggnog Snickerdoodles combine two favorites to create a cookie that's sure to be a hit during the holidays.

Source

Source: Dallas Morning News - November 2012