Description
These Eggnog Cupcakes are a festive treat, combining moist, spiced cake with a creamy eggnog-infused frosting. Perfect for holiday celebrations, they bring the classic holiday drink into a delightful dessert form that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
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Cake Ingredients
- 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
Frosting Ingredients
- 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 to prepare for baking.
- Prepare Cupcake Batter: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, ground nutmeg, and ground cinnamon. In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. Alternately add the dry ingredients and the eggnog to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting: Beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition. Mix in the eggnog and vanilla extract until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
- Frost Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes are completely cooled, frost them generously with the eggnog frosting. Garnish the top of each cupcake with a sprinkle of ground nutmeg for an extra festive touch.
Notes
- Ensure cupcakes are completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.
- Use fresh eggnog for the best flavor in both batter and frosting.
- You can sprinkle extra cinnamon or nutmeg on top for more spice.
- Cupcakes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Bring refrigerated cupcakes to room temperature before serving for best taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
