Description
These Christmas Eggnog Muffins are warm, cozy, and bursting with festive flavors. Infused with traditional holiday spices like nutmeg and cinnamon, these moist muffins bring the classic taste of eggnog into a delightful handheld treat. Perfect for holiday breakfasts, brunches, or as a charming snack, they can be enhanced with optional raisins or cranberries for added texture and sweetness.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup raisins or cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the muffins evenly.
- Prepare the muffin tin: Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, ground nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt until well combined and evenly distributed.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggnog, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and carefully stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
- Add optional mix-ins: Gently fold in the raisins or cranberries if you desire a burst of fruity sweetness.
- Fill muffin cups: Spoon the batter into the lined muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake the muffins: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
- Cool and serve: Remove muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use fresh eggnog for the best flavor or substitute with a dairy or non-dairy eggnog alternative if preferred.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
- For a festive touch, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon sugar on top of the muffins before baking.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- If you want to make these gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking flour blend.
