Eggnog is a sweetened milk beverage often enjoyed during the holiday season. It is popular in Canada, the United States, and parts of Europe. Sometimes warmed; however, this drink is often served chilled. Eggnog is usually made from a mixture of cream, milk, sugar, egg yolks and whipped egg whites. The whipped egg whites help to produce a thicker, frothier drink. Then, eggnog is lightly flavored with nutmeg and/or cinnamon. Sometimes, vanilla or cloves can also be used.

The name alone certainly received a major upgrade, as it used to be called milk punch or egg milk punch. That does not sound very appetizing! Eggnog is basically a milk and egg custard, very similar to ice cream. Perhaps eggnog is also well beloved because it often features rum or bourbon. 

But now, we are bringing those beloved flavors to dessert! These gluten free eggnog cookies are sweet and soft, with a slightly crispy edge. Flavored with eggnog, they also feature a light cinnamon and nutmeg flavor. I even made a simple eggnog glaze for a fun drizzle!

Serve these holiday cookies with milk, coffee, hot cocoa, or even some eggnog!

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Ingredients in Gluten Free Eggnog Cookies

• Butter
• Brown Sugar
• Sugar
• Eggnog
• Egg yolks
• Baking soda
• Salt
• Cinnamon
• Nutmeg
• Oat flour
• Gluten free flour blend

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Steps to Make Gluten Free Eggnog Cookies

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and sugar with a mixer. Then, beat in the eggnog, egg yolks, salt, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, oat flour, and gluten free flour blend. 
2. Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 
4. Scoop, then roll into balls and place cookies onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 9-11 minutes, until the edges are a light golden brown. Allow to cool before removing from the baking sheet.
5. Optional: In a small bowl, whisk the eggnog and powdered sugar. Drizzle over the cooled cookies.

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History of Eggnog

The exact origin of eggnog is unknown, though there are a few likely suspects. Eggnog could have some Scottish roots. Here, nog could have come from nugg, which was an ale drink warmed with a hot poker. Nog could also have come from noggin- a mug used to serve alcohol. Or nog- a strong beer brewed in East Anglica. Most agree there are definitely ties to Medieval Britain, where posset was hot milk that had been curdled with wine or ale. At some point, eggs were sometimes added to this drink.

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It is known that George Washington served an eggnog-like drink to visitors. Here’s his recipe. 

• 1 qt. cream
• 1 qt. milk
• 12 Tbsp. sugar
• 1 pt. brandy
• ½ pt. whiskey
• ½ pt. rum
• ¼ pt. sherry

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Storing Eggnog Cookies

Store these gluten free eggnog cookies in an airtight container for 3-5 days. You can place in the fridge; however, the cookies will become very soft. Without the glaze, these cookies can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Be sure to place parchment between the layers so the cookies don’t stick together!

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