Description
Eggnog Bread is a festive and flavorful quick bread that combines the rich taste of eggnog with warm spices for a delicious holiday treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup eggnog
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, cream the butter until light and fluffy.
- Add in the eggnog, eggs, and vanilla extract to the butter, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in walnuts if using.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature.
- This bread can be sliced and toasted for extra flavor.
- For added sweetness, drizzle with a glaze made of powdered sugar and eggnog.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Eggnog Bread, Holiday Bread, Quick Bread, Festive Recipes