Rum Cookies Recipe
Indulge in the rich and aromatic flavors of the 'Rum Cookies Recipe,' a delightful treat perfect for the holiday season or any special occasion. These soft, buttery cookies are infused with the warm, bold essence of dark rum and subtly spiced with ground cinnamon and nutmeg, creating an irresistible depth of flavor. A touch of brown sugar adds a whisper of caramel sweetness, while optional chopped nuts bring satisfying texture to every bite. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time and 12 minutes of baking, these cookies are an effortless way to impress your guests. Finish them off with a dusting of powdered sugar for a festive, elegant touch. Perfect for pairing with coffee, tea, or even a cozy glass of rum, these crowd-pleasing cookies are a must-have addition to your baking repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 2 Large eggs
- 3 tablespoons Dark rum
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional)
- 0.25 cup Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated. Then add the dark rum and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
If using, fold in the chopped nuts gently with a spatula.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4244 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 188.4 g | 242% | |
| Saturated Fat | 97.6 g | 488% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 760 mg | 253% | |
| Sodium | 789 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 574.7 g | 209% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 332.3 g | ||
| Protein | 55.1 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 286 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 19.1 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 1025 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
