Heather's Eggnog Kringla

Nothing captures the flavor of Christmas like eggnog.  Only available at the holidays, this creamy drink laced with nutmeg is delicious, but too rich for some.  This cookie has the essence of eggnog in a wonderful sugar cookie like dough that everyone will like - even those who don't like the drink.

Excuse the wonky photos.  My camera was on the fritz and I didn't realize it until it was too late.

4 cups flour

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

3/4 cup butter

1 1/2 cup sugar

1 egg

1 cup eggnog

1)  Combine dry ingredients.  Set aside.

2)  In mixer bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy.  Add egg and beat well.

3)  Alternately add flour and eggnog until well mixed.  Cover and chill at least four hours.

4)  Roll rounded Tablespoon into pencil like strips.

5) Shape into pretzel-like shapes.  The key is to not let the ends be too long - like bows. 

6)  Bake at 350 for 8-10 minutes until barely browned.  Cool

At this point you can slip then into freezer bags and freeze them for up to three months.  When you're ready to serve, dust them with powdered sugar for a pretty presentation.