Simple Way to Nutmeg Substitute

Nutmeg Cookie Logs

If your recipe calls for a teaspoon of nutmeg, you would use a teaspoon of ginger instead.

Recipe Summary Nutmeg Cookie Logs

These are delicious!

Ingredients | Nutmeg Substitute

1 cup butter, softened

¾ cup white sugar

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 egg

2 teaspoons rum flavored extract

3 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

3 tablespoons butter

2 ½ cups confectioners' sugar

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

2 tablespoons milk

1 teaspoon rum flavored extract

3 drops red food coloring

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).

Cream together 1 cup butter or margarine and white sugar. Stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla, egg, and 2 teaspoons rum flavoring. Mix well. Add 3 cups flour and nutmeg.

Roll in long "logs" 1/2 inch in diameter. Cut into 3 inch strips. Place on lightly greased cookie sheets and bake 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool and frost.

To Make Frosting: Cream together 3 tablespoons butter and confectioner's sugar. Add 1/ 2 teaspoon vanilla and 1 teaspoon rum. Stir in milk (may add more to reach desired consistency). Add food coloring and spread over cooled cookies. Decorate with chocolate sprinkles (optional).

Info | Nutmeg Substitute

Servings: 12 Yield: 2 dozen

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