Nutmeg Bites from King Arthur Flour Recipe

Name: Nutmeg Bites from King Arthur Flour
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup unsalted butter, softened; ¾ cup sugar; 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 large egg, room temperature; 2 teaspoons vanilla; rum icing; 1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar, sifted; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened; 2 -3 tablespoons rum

Servings: persons

1
Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
2
In the bowl of your mixer, combine all ingredients and blend on medium speed until a soft, smooth dough forms, about 2 minutes.
3
Wrap and chill the dough for 1 hour.
4
Towards the end of the chill time, preheat the oven to 350F
5
Drop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto your baking sheet.
6
A teaspoon scoop makes this job a snap.
7
Bake the cookies for 8 to 10 minutes.
8
The edges will be slightly browned and the cookies will be round and domed.
9
Cool the cookies completely.
10
Prepare the icing by blending the softened butter and confectioners' sugar.
11
Add rum one tablespoon at a time until you have a spreadable icing.
12
Top each cookie with a dollop of icing and a dash of nutmeg.
13
If you prefer not to use actual rum, you can use heavy cream and a few drops of rum flavoring.

1263

kcal

Calories

Fat

182

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup unsalted butter, softened, ¾ cup sugar, 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and more.

Yes, Nutmeg Bites from King Arthur Flour falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Nutmeg Bites from King Arthur Flour

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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