Eggnog Santa Cut-Outs - sugar

Method

• In a large bowl, combine sugar and butter.
• Beat until mixture is creamy, about 2 minutes.
• Add 1/3 cup eggnog, egg and vanilla; continue beating until well combined.
• Reduce the speed to low; add flour, baking powder, nutmeg and salt.
• Beat until dough is well mixed.
• Divide the dough in half and wrap each in plastic wrap.
• Refrigerate until it is firm, at least one hour.
• Preheat oven to 375F Roll out dough, one half at a time on a lightly floured work surface to a 1/4-inch thickness.
• Cut out the cookies with a Santa shape or your favorite holiday cutter.
• Place the cookies 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
• Bake the Santa cookies for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned.
• Remove from the oven and cool completely.
• Frost with your favorite icing or decorate with sprinkles and candies.