Pecan Eggnog Cookies (2024)

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Published: Dec 01, 2021 Last Updated: Oct 20, 2023

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Pecan Eggnog Cookies will be all the rage at your next cookie exchange. Delicious, melt-in-your-mouth cookie cups have eggnog and pecans baked into every bite!

Have your eggnog and eat it too. Add these Eggnog Truffles and this Eggnog Cheesecake Cake to your Christmas baking list!

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Why this Recipe Works

In a sea of sugar cookies and peppermint bark, these Pecan Eggnog Cookies are guaranteed to stand out at the holiday party!

  • These holiday cookies are made with real eggnog and rum flavoring.
  • Crunchy pecans make them even better! They’ll remind you of pecan sandies!
  • A dollop of glaze and sprinkle of nutmeg adds the finishing touch.

I love the pairing of buttery cookies, nutty pecan flavor and the star of the show: Eggnog!

Ingredient Notes

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Eggnog – Any store bought carton of eggnog works perfectly here. Or use our homemade eggnog recipe.

Rum extract – This handy ingredient gives the eggnog cookies a rich rum flavor without making them taste like alcohol.

Cornstarch – We add a small amount to the dry ingredients to make the cookie cups thick and perfectly soft.

Easy Instructions

Beat together the eggnog cookie dough ingredients and fold in the chopped nuts. Drop the dough into a mini muffin pan and bake.

While the cookies cool, make the glaze. Top each cooled cookie with a teaspoon of glaze, then sprinkle nutmeg and more chopped nuts on top.

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Tips and Tricks

  • Use a tart shaper (or your thumb) to make an indent in the top of each cookie as they come out of the oven.
  • Let the eggnog glaze set for about 15 minutes before serving these pecan cookies.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Enjoy within one week for best taste.
  • Let butter soften at room temperature before using for easiest mixing.
  • Have leftover eggnog in the carton after making these? Make some Eggnog Fudge too!
  • Toast the pecans for best flavor!
  • Freeze Cookies. Use my tips on how to freeze cookie dough for later.

Recipe FAQs

Do these cookies taste like rum?

No, they don’t. The rum flavoring helps bring out the taste of the eggnog but it doesn’t give them a distinct rum taste.

Is rum flavoring the same as rum extract?

No, but it works similarly in many recipes. Rum extract is made from real rum, while rum flavoring (or imitation rum extract) is usually made with artificial flavors. Either one can be used in this recipe.

Can I make this recipe with nondairy eggnog?

I haven’t tested this recipe with dairy free eggnog, but it should work just fine. If you try it, let me know how it comes out!

I only have salted butter. Can I still make these cookies?

Yes, you can! If you opt to use salted butter, I would reduce the amount of added kosher salt in the dough.

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Pecan Eggnog Cookies

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By: Aimee

Pecan Egg Nog Cookies will be all the rage at your next cookie exchange. Delicious, melt-in-your-mouth cookie cups have eggnog and pecans baked into every bite!

Prep Time: 25 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 13 minutes minutes

Total Time: 38 minutes minutes

Servings: 48 cookies

Ingredients

For the cookies:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon rum flavoring
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ cup egg nog
  • 1 cup finely chopped Pecans

For the topping:

  • 1 ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 4 Tablespoons egg nog
  • ¼ cup finely chopped Fisher Pecans
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

  • For the cookies, combine butter and powdered sugar in large mixing bowl. Beat until fully combined. Add in salt, flour, cornstarch, rum, nutmeg and egg nog. Beat until it becomes a soft dough. Fold in chopped pecans.

  • Drop by large tablespoon into a greased mini muffin pan. Bake for for 13-15 minutes in a 350 degree oven.

  • Remove and lightly press each top with a tart shaper (a water bottle cap would work too!). Just enough to give a small indent. Allow to cool in pans about 10 minutes. Remove and cool completely on wire rack.

  • For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar with egg nog until combined. Drop a small teaspoon on top of each cooled cookie cup. Immediately sprinkle with chopped pecans and a pinch of nutmeg. Allow to set, about 15 minutes. ENJOY!

Notes

  • Use a tart shaper (or your thumb) to make an indent in the top of each cookie as they come out of the oven.
  • Let the eggnog glaze set for about 15 minutes before serving these pecan cookies.
  • Use store bought or homemade eggnog in this recipe.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Enjoy within one week for best taste.
  • Let butter soften at room temperature before using for easiest mixing.
  • Have leftover eggnog in the carton after making these? Make some Eggnog Fudge too!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie, Calories: 109kcal, Carbohydrates: 11g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 12mg, Sodium: 9mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 5g

Course: Cookies

Cuisine: American

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These Pecan Egg Nog Cookies are full of holiday cheer! Topped with nutmeg and crunchy nuts, they’re the perfect addition to your Christmas cookie trays.

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FAQs

What can pecan meal be used for? ›

Use this pecan meal as a breading for fish or chicken, a flour substitute for your baking needs or try as a thickener in gravy or oatmeal and see how this pecan meal enhances the flavor!

How many calories are in eggnog cookies? ›

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Nutrition Facts
For a Serving Size of 18 g (18g)
How many calories are in Eggnog Cookies? Amount of calories in Eggnog Cookies: Calories 80Calories from Fat 13.5 (16.9%)
% Daily Value *
How much fat is in Eggnog Cookies? Amount of fat in Eggnog Cookies: Total Fat 1.5g-
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Is pecan meal the same as ground pecans? ›

Pecan meal and pecan flour are made from nicely ground up pecan nuts. A finer grind produces the pecan flour. The larger pieces, also referred to as flakes are what makes up pecan meal. Did you know you can use pecan meal the same way you would typically use flour?

Is it OK to eat pecans every day? ›

Eating a handful of pecans each day can help satisfy cravings for unhealthy snacks and provide a nutritious boost to any meal. Furthermore, pecans can also be included as part of a healthy diet when combined with other nutrient-rich foods in moderation.”

What is the difference between pecan flour and pecan meal? ›

When the nuts are ground to their finest state, the result is flour. Less processing time results in pecan meal which has a coarser texture.

What are the pros and cons of pecan mulch? ›

Pecan shells don't mat up and make a soggy mess the same way straw, hay, and even shredded wood mulches sometimes do. This mulch will sometimes form a hard crust, however, as fungal mats develop as part of the natural decomposition process.

What to use pecan flour for? ›

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Is pecan wood good for anything? ›

While it can be used for cabinetry and furniture, pecan is a good choice where strength is important such as tool handles, ladder rungs, sporting goods, drumsticks and golf club shafts. Pecan wood is also used for smoking meats and is a popular firewood. Pecan is also sliced into decorative veneer.

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