Best 7 Nutmeg Noel Cookies Recipes

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**Indulge in the Festive Delights of Nutmeg Noel Cookies: A Culinary Journey Through Holiday Traditions**

As the holiday season approaches, the aroma of freshly baked cookies fills the air, evoking memories of family gatherings and cherished traditions. Among the most beloved holiday treats are Nutmeg Noel Cookies, a delightful confection that combines the warmth of nutmeg with the sweetness of sugar and butter. This article presents a collection of Nutmeg Noel cookie recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic holiday treat. From traditional rolled cookies adorned with festive sprinkles to soft and chewy drop cookies bursting with nutmeg flavor, these recipes cater to every taste preference. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes provide step-by-step instructions to guide you in creating these delectable cookies that are sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

NUTMEG MELTAWAYS



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My family and friends have enjoyed these melt-in-your mouth cookies since I first began making them years ago. I love to bake and try to keep the cookie jar filled. For the holidays, the dusting of nutmeg is a tasty touch. --Judy Burdette Kettering, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup ground almonds (about 3 ounces), toasted
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour and mix well. Stir in almonds. Shape into 1-in. balls., Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 300° for 18-20 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned. Cool on wire racks. , In a shallow bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and nutmeg. Gently roll cooled cookies in sugar mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 62mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

NUTMEG SUGAR COOKIES



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The holidays are my favorite time of year because I love to bake. These are one of my favorite cookies-they always disappear fast!-Jean Wysocki, Westminster, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 7 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
1/3 cup butter, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon rum extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 to 3 tablespoons half-and-half cream
Ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, nutmeg and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Divide dough into 14 pieces. Shape each portion into a 12-in. x 1/2-in.-thick rope. Cut ropes into 2-in. pieces. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. , Bake at 350° for 9-12 minutes or until set and bottoms are lightly browned. Cool for 1 minute before removing to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, in a small bowl, beat butter until fluffy. Add confectioners' sugar and extracts; beat until blended. Beat in enough cream to achieve desired consistency. , Frost cookies. Sprinkle with nutmeg. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 29mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GRANDMA STAFFORD'S NUTMEG COOKIES



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This delicious nutmeg cookie recipe is courtesy of Abigail Breslin's great-grandmother.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

Unsalted butter, for baking sheet
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
2 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a baking sheet and set aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together sugar and shortening until well combined. Add eggs, mixing until incorporated.
  • In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt. With the mixer running, add flour, alternating with buttermilk and beginning and ending with flour; mix until well combined.
  • Using a tablespoon, drop dough onto prepared baking sheet and transfer to oven. Bake until edges are slightly brown, about 15 minutes.

NUTMEG NOELS COOKIES



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I found this in an old cookbook, there very nice cookie for the holidays.

Provided by donna clark

Categories     Cookies

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 Tbsp red colored sugar
2 Tbsp green colord sugar
1/2 tsp nutmeg divited
1 1/2 c flour
3/4 c sugar
1 Tbsp cream of tartar
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c butter softened
1 egg
1/2 tsp vanilla

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400 in a small bowl, combine colored sugar and 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg. a side
  • 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, and 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg. add butter, egg, and vanilla. beat at low speed until well mixed, about 3 minutes.
  • 3. Roll rounded teaspoonful into 1" balls. Roll in nutmeg-sugar mixtures. Bake on ungreased baking sheet 2 " apart at 400 for 10-12 minutes. Cookies will spread a lot while baking.

NUTMEG NOEL COOKIES



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Categories     Cookies     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Nutmeg

Yield 40 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Tbsp red or green colored sugar
1/2 tsp nutmeg, divided
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 tsp cream of tartar
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/8 tsp salt
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 egg
1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375. In a small bowl combine colored sugar and 1/4 tsp nutmeg and set aside. In large bowl combine flour, sugar, cream of tartar, baking soda, salt, and remaining 1/4 tsp nutmeg. In mixer bowl, beat together butter, egg, and vanilla. Beat in flour mixture at low speed until well mixed. Roll rounded teaspoonfuls into 1/2-inch to 1-inch balls, and roll balls in colored sugar mixture. If dough is too soft to roll, chill it in refrigerator to firm up. Place 2-inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet (don't use silicon baking mats or bottoms won't get crisp). Bake about 8 minutes until centers are set, and cool on wire racks.

NUTMEG SUGAR CRISPS



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My grandma shared her recipe for these old-fashioned sugar cookies with the unexpected taste of nutmeg. They are light, crunchy and so delicious. That's why they're always a part of the Christmas tradition.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter and sugars. Beat in egg and vanilla; mix well. Combine the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, nutmeg and salt; add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Refrigerate for 1 hour. , Shape into 3/4-in. balls; place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Flatten with a glass dipped in sugar. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 79mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

NUTMEG SUGAR COOKIES



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Make and share this Nutmeg Sugar Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 lb butter or 1/4 lb margarine, at room temperature,about
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup salad oil
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups all-purpose flour, about
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, with a mixer on medium speed, beat 1/2 cup butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until smooth.
  • Add oil, egg, and vanilla and beat until well blended.
  • In a medium bowl, mix 2 cups flour, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt.
  • Stir into butter mixture, then beat until well blended.
  • Cover bowl with plastic wrap and freeze until dough is firm, about 1 hour.
  • Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place about 2 inches apart on buttered 12- by 15-inch baking sheets.
  • Press each cookie with the lightly floured tines of a fork to flatten slightly.
  • Bake cookies in a 350° regular or convection oven until edges are lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes; if baking two sheets at once in one oven, switch their positions halfway through baking.
  • Let cookies cool on sheets for 5 minutes, then use a wide spatula to transfer to racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 54, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 4.5, Protein 0.9

Tips:

  • Use fresh nutmeg. Freshly grated nutmeg has a much more intense flavor than pre-ground nutmeg. If you can, grate your own nutmeg for this recipe.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help the cookies be tender and chewy.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

These cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for Christmas. They are easy to make and can be decorated in a variety of ways. Whether you are looking for a simple cookie to enjoy with your family or a more elaborate cookie to give as gifts, these Nutmeg Noel Cookies are sure to please.

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