Description
Delight in the festive flavors of Eggnog Cupcakes, perfect for your holiday celebrations. These moist cupcakes are infused with rich eggnog and topped with a creamy, spiced eggnog frosting. Ideal for holiday parties or cozy family gatherings, these cupcakes are sure to be a seasonal favorite. Easy to make and beautifully decorated, they add a touch of festive cheer to any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cupcakes:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup eggnog
For the Frosting:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup eggnog
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Ground nutmeg, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- Prepare Cupcake Batter: Whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Beat butter and sugar until fluffy, then add eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla. Alternate adding dry ingredients and eggnog until combined.
- Bake: Divide batter among liners, filling 2/3 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting: Beat butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar. Mix in eggnog and vanilla until smooth.
- Frost Cupcakes: Frost cooled cupcakes with eggnog frosting and garnish with ground nutmeg.
Notes
For a festive touch, consider adding holiday-themed decorations or sprinkles on top of the frosting.
If you prefer a spicier flavor, increase the ground nutmeg or add a pinch of cloves.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 cupcakes
- Calories: 350 kcal per cupcake
