Festive Eggnog Delight Bites
Transform your holiday cookie tray with these Festive Eggnog Delight Bites. Perfectly capturing the essence of classic eggnog, these cookies feature a soft and buttery texture infused with warm spices that melt in your mouth. Each cookie is topped with a generous dollop of creamy eggnog filling, creating a delightful contrast in both flavor and texture. A sprinkle of nutmeg adds an aromatic finish, making these cookies the ultimate treat for eggnog enthusiasts. Bring the joy of Christmas to your dessert table with these elegant bites that are sure to impress friends and family alike!
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Servings
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Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
2/3 cup (softened)
sugar
1/2 cup (granulated)
nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon (ground)
cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon (ground)
egg yolks
2 (large)
vanilla
1 teaspoon (extract)
eggnog
1/2 cup (store-bought or homemade)
flour
1 1/2 cups (all-purpose)
egg whites
2 (slightly beaten)
walnuts
1 cup (finely chopped)
butter
1/4 cup (softened, for filling)
powdered sugar
1 cup (sifted)
eggnog
1-2 teaspoons (for filling)
nutmeg
to taste (for garnish)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a mixing bowl, cream together 2/3 cup of softened butter using medium-high speed for about 30 seconds until smooth.
3
Add 1/2 cup of sugar and 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg. Beat until the mixture is well combined.
4
Incorporate 2 egg yolks, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/2 cup of eggnog into the mixture, beating on low until blended.
5
Gradually add in 1 1/2 cups of flour, mixing as much as possible with your mixer, then use a wooden spoon to stir in the remaining flour until fully combined.
6
Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for about 1 hour, or until it is firm and easy to handle.
7
Once chilled, scoop out portions of the dough and roll them into 1-inch balls.
8
Dip each ball in the slightly beaten egg whites, then roll in finely chopped walnuts until fully coated.
9
Place the coated balls on lightly greased cookie sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
10
Press the centers of each cookie with your thumb to create an indent.
11
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
12
Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on wire racks.
13
To prepare the filling, beat 1/4 cup of softened butter until creamy, then slowly mix in 1 cup of sifted powdered sugar until fluffy.
14
Blend in enough eggnog (1-2 teaspoons) to achieve a spreading consistency.
15
Using a spoon, fill the center of each cookie with about 1/2 teaspoon of the eggnog filling.
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Finish by sprinkling a touch of ground nutmeg on top for an aromatic garnish.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Festive Eggnog Delight Bites?
Festive Eggnog Delight Bites are soft and buttery holiday cookies infused with warm spices, rolled in walnuts, and topped with a creamy eggnog-flavored filling.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C) before baking the cookies.
How much butter is needed for the cookie dough?
The cookie dough requires 2/3 cup of softened butter.
How long should I cream the butter?
You should cream the softened butter on medium-high speed for about 30 seconds until it is smooth.
What spices are included in the dough?
The dough includes 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg and 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
Does this recipe use whole eggs or just parts?
The recipe uses 2 egg yolks for the dough and 2 slightly beaten egg whites for the coating.
How much eggnog is used in the cookie dough?
The dough mixture requires 1/2 cup of eggnog.
What type of flour is recommended for these cookies?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour.
Do I need to chill the dough before baking?
Yes, you should cover the dough and chill it in the refrigerator for about 1 hour until it is firm and easy to handle.
What size should the cookie balls be?
The dough should be rolled into 1-inch balls.
How are the walnuts applied to the cookies?
Dip each 1-inch dough ball into slightly beaten egg whites and then roll them in finely chopped walnuts until fully coated.
How much walnuts will I need for the coating?
You will need 1 cup of finely chopped walnuts.
Should the cookie sheets be greased?
Yes, the cookies should be placed on lightly greased cookie sheets.
How far apart should I space the cookies?
Space the cookies about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
How do I create the indent for the filling?
Press the center of each dough ball with your thumb to create an indent before putting them in the oven.
What is the baking time for these bites?
Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes.
How can I tell when the cookies are done?
The cookies are finished when the edges are lightly browned.
How much butter is needed for the eggnog filling?
The filling requires 1/4 cup of softened butter.
What kind of sugar is used in the filling?
Use 1 cup of sifted powdered sugar for the creamy filling.
How much eggnog is added to the filling?
Blend in 1 to 2 teaspoons of eggnog until you reach a spreading consistency.
How much filling goes into each cookie?
Each cookie should be filled with approximately 1/2 teaspoon of the eggnog filling.
What is used to garnish the cookies?
A sprinkle of ground nutmeg is added on top of the filling for an aromatic garnish.
Can I use homemade eggnog for this recipe?
Yes, the recipe works with either store-bought or homemade eggnog.
What texture can I expect from these cookies?
These cookies have a soft and buttery texture that melts in your mouth.
How many ingredients are required in total?
There are 14 ingredients listed in the recipe, including those for the dough, coating, and filling.
What is the primary category for this recipe?
This recipe falls under Christmas cookies and holiday treats.
Should the butter be melted or softened?
The butter should be softened for both the cookie dough and the filling.
Is vanilla used in this recipe?
Yes, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract is used in the cookie dough.
Do I add the filling before or after baking?
The filling is added after the cookies have been baked and cooled.
What tool should I use to mix the flour?
Start with a mixer, then use a wooden spoon to stir in the remaining flour until fully combined.