Christmas Eggnog Bread Recipe
Bring the festive spirit into your kitchen with this delightful Christmas Eggnog Bread. It’s moist, flavorful, and perfect for the holiday season!
Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1 teaspoon rum extract (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease the bottom and sides of a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until slightly frothy.
- Add the sugar and melted butter, mixing well.
- Stir in the eggnog, rum extract (if using), and vanilla extract until combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground nutmeg.
- Mix Together:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
- Stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and enjoy! Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze.
Tips:
- Glaze Option: Mix 1 cup powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons of eggnog for a simple glaze to drizzle over the cooled bread.
- Storage: Wrap the bread tightly in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Variations: Add a half cup of chopped nuts or dried cranberries for extra texture and flavor.
Enjoy your homemade Christmas Eggnog Bread, and happy holidays!