Description
This Eggnog Quick Bread with Crumb Topping is the ultimate holiday treat, combining the rich, spiced flavor of eggnog with a crunchy, buttery topping. Moist and flavorful, it’s easy to make and perfect for festive gatherings, gifting, or enjoying with a warm beverage. Whether you’re looking for a holiday dessert or a cozy snack, this eggnog bread with a crumbly finish will be the highlight of your season.
Ingredients
For the Bread:
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup eggnog
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Crumb Topping:
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Make the Bread Batter: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in eggnog and vanilla.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Prepare the Crumb Topping: In a small bowl, mix flour, sugar, and cinnamon. Add cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until crumbly.
- Assemble the Bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter.
- Bake: Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
Add-ins: For extra texture, add chopped walnuts, pecans, or dried cranberries.
Spices: Experiment with adding ground ginger or cloves for more spice complexity.
Glaze: Drizzle with an eggnog glaze for a festive touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 slices
- Calories: 250 kcal per slice
