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Nutmeg Logs

Nutmeg Logs: Melt-in-Your-Mouth Christmas Cookies to Cherish

Nutmeg logs are festive, melt-in-your-mouth Christmas cookies infused with warm nutmeg and rum, perfect for sharing during the holiday season.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Adds richness and moisture
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar Sweetens and contributes to a tender texture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Provides flavor depth
  • 1 teaspoon rum extract Imparts a warm, festive flavor
  • 1 large egg Binds the ingredients and adds moisture
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Forms the structure of the cookies
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg Delivers the holiday spice flavor
For the Icing
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the icing for a smooth texture
  • 2 tablespoons milk Thins the icing to your desired consistency
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the flavor of the icing
  • optional rum extract Adds a festive touch to the icing

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Stand Mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Nutmeg Logs
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and nutmeg until well combined. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in vanilla, rum extract, and egg. Gradually add dry mixture until a dough forms.
  2. Divide the dough, roll into logs, and cut into 2-inch pieces. Place on ungreased baking sheet.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake cookies for 12–15 minutes until edges are golden but soft in center.
  4. Cool cookies. Prepare icing by whisking together powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and rum extract. Adjust thickness if needed.
  5. Frost cooled cookies with icing and add festive sprinkles or nutmeg on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Store nutmeg logs in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for longer storage. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

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