Easy Cake Mix Eggnog Cookies Recipe (2024)

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This Easy Cake Mix Eggnogg Cookies recipe proves that Christmas cookies can be simple to make yet still super delicious.

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When I think of Christmas, I think of the parties my mom and dad would host. Although I was just a kid, I remember mom always bought a LOT of eggnog.

Not only did she serve eggnog to drink, but she also used it in her baking. My favorite was her Easy Cake Mix Eggnog Cookies Recipe.

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I have to admit, as an adult, I’m not as big of a fan of eggnog as my husband. I swear he could drink it by the gallon! The kids and I do love to add it to our holiday recipes, just like my mom did. Not only do I use it in mom’s Easy Cake Mix Eggnog Cookies Recipe, but in Eggnog Fudge, Eggnog Cheesecak and Eggnog Panna Cotta. Yummy!!

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As an adult, I look back and wonder how mom made the holidays so magical. There were 6 of us, so she had her hands full just with the kids! How she found time to do the extras that come with the holidays is beyond me! I try to make life as easy as I can, especially during the holidays.

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That is why using tasty shortcuts like using a box cake mix in my cookies recipes is a huge help. What I love about this recipe is how easy it is and that I typically already have all the ingredients.

We always have a few boxes of cake mix and the dairy that goes with it. All I need is some eggnog and a little nutmeg and I am ready to go! Let’s see how to make this deliciously easy recipe!

To add to the ease of baking, we recommend using a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or with my personal choice of a silicone non-stick baking mat.

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Easy Cake Mix Eggnog Cookies

Ingredients:
(See recipe card below for quantities and complete instructions.)

  • box of white cake mix
  • unsalted butter, melted
  • eggs
  • eggnog
  • nutmeg
  • vanilla

How to make Egg Nog Cake Mix Cookies:

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350. In a small bowl, add all your ingredients.

Step 2: Stir together with a sturdy spoon. Do not use a hand or stand mixer.

Step 3: Divide the cookie dough into 1″ balls, and place on a lined baking sheet. If the mixture is hard to roll into balls, place in the fridge for 10-15 minutes.

Step 4: Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges start to brown. Allow to cool for 2-3 minutes and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Have you ever used eggnog in your holiday baking? I would love to hear what recipes you use it in!

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Easy Cake Mix Eggnog Cookies Recipe

Chrysa

These delicious cookies taste like Christmas! The Easy Cake Mix Eggnog Cookies Recipe is short on time and long on flavor!!

4.43 from 14 votes

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Additional Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 24

Calories 106 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 box of white cake mix
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup eggnog
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350. In a small bowl, add all your ingredients.

  • Stir together with a sturdy spoon. Do not use a hand or stand mixer.

  • Divide the cookie dough into 1" balls, and place on a lined baking sheet. If the mixture is hard to roll into balls, place in the fridge for 10-15 minutes.

  • Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges start to brown. Allow to cool for 2-3 minutes and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1CookieCalories: 106kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 156mgPotassium: 24mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 84IUVitamin C: 0.04mgCalcium: 53mgIron: 0.5mg

I am not a nutritionist. These values were calculated automatically with the Spoonacular Food API.

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FAQs

How do you make store bought eggnog better? ›

Top each glass with a dash of nutmeg (freshly grated is best) and a pinch of finely grated orange zest. Serve and enjoy, preferably near a crackling fireplace.

What goes with eggnog? ›

That's how great this pairing is. And while chocolate cake is at the top of the list of desserts that pair well with eggnog, you can't go wrong with any sweet. Pumpkin pie and apple crumble are the next two on the list.

What can I mix with store bought eggnog? ›

Eggnog Bar
  1. Eggnog.
  2. Spirits: rum, bourbon, whiskey, and/or brandy.
  3. Whipped cream.
  4. Syrup: caramel and/or chocolate.
  5. Spices: nutmeg, cinnamon (sticks and ground), and/or pumpkin spice.
  6. Crushed gingersnap cookies or red-hot candies, or cinnamon sugar for rimming glasses (optional)
Dec 6, 2023

What can I do with store bought eggnog? ›

  1. Eggnog pancakes are often very thick and rich tasting. ...
  2. Eggnog Pancakes - Cooking Classy.
  3. Eggnog cake recipes:
  4. Eggnog cheesecake recipes:
  5. Eggnog Cheesecake - Life Love and Sugar.
  6. Eggnog cookie recipes (these are holiday nutmeg/cinnamon flavored):
  7. Eggnog Cookies Recipe - Genius Kitchen.
Nov 25, 2018

What kind of alcohol is in eggnog? ›

Eggnog is typically made with rum, brandy or bourbon, and Brown likes to start with a combination of dark rum and cognac. But there's no need to go premium; he recommends using an affordable, high-proof VS cognac. The higher alcohol level will cut through the sweetness of the rest of the ingredients.

What flavor goes good with eggnog? ›

Additional ingredients to liven up your eggnog
  • Cordials: Ginger liqueur, peppermint schnapps, white chocolate liqueur.
  • Spices: More nutmeg, cloves, allspice, cinnamon, vanilla extract.
  • Other goodies: Coffee (highly recommended), light brown sugar, chocolate syrup, maple syrup.
Dec 8, 2023

Is eggnog best warm or cold? ›

Is Eggnog Served Hot or Cold? Eggnog is traditionally served as a punch at parties, and as such, is usually chilled or room temperature. However, warmed eggnog is also a delightful treat. In this case, we say "to each your own!" Enjoy your eggnog however you like it.

Why does store bought eggnog taste different? ›

Made with the typical ingredients (minus the alcohol), you'll also find thickeners and stabilizers, artificial colors and flavors; some are also sweetened with high fructose corn syrup.

What makes eggnog taste better? ›

Sprinkle In Some Cinnamon

The easiest way to bring a little extra spice to your store-bought eggnog is to sprinkle a little ground cinnamon on top. The classic holiday spice makes any eggnog taste infinitely better!

How do you add liquor to store bought eggnog? ›

The golden ratio for this little holiday cheer is 1 to 5. Just to be clear, that's 1 part booze to 5 parts eggnog (definitely not the other way around). And once you've mixed it all up, ensure you serve it with flair. Top each glass with a dash of freshly grated nutmeg and maybe a cinnamon stick for added flavour.

Why you should be careful with that eggnog? ›

“The most recent estimates indicate that about three out of every 10,000 eggs is positive for salmonella,” Schaffner said. “This means the risk from any individual egg is low, but of course the more eggs you combine, the higher the risk.” Pasteurization is one of the keys to avoiding salmonella poisoning from eggnog.

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