Eggnog Cupcakes: Indulgent Treats for Festive Gatherings
Delight your holiday guests with these moist and flavorful Eggnog Cupcakes, perfect for festive gatherings and celebrations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, freshly grated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake pan with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the eggnog, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Fold in the grated nutmeg.
- Fill each cupcake liner about two-thirds full with the batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool completely before frosting.
Notes
- For an extra festive touch, top cupcakes with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg.
- These cupcakes can be made a day in advance; just store them in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Eggnog, Cupcakes, Holiday, Dessert, Festive