Eggnog Muffins with Nutmeg Glaze Recipe
Delightfully moist and flavorful Eggnog Muffins infused with warm nutmeg and a creamy eggnog glaze, perfect for festive occasions or a cozy breakfast treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Muffins
- 3 cups flour (360 grams)
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 12 Tablespoons butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup eggnog (full fat)
Glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/3 cup eggnog
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners to prepare for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground nutmeg. Set this mixture aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the softened butter on medium-high speed until creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed. Add sugar and beat again until the mixture is light in color and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the vanilla extract and add eggs one at a time, mixing until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Batter: Gradually add about a quarter of the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and mix on low until just combined. Add a few tablespoons of eggnog and mix. Continue alternating adding the flour mixture and eggnog, finishing with the flour. The final batter will be thick.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin liners, filling each almost to the top.
- Bake Muffins: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, nutmeg, and about half of the eggnog until smooth. Slowly add the remaining eggnog until you reach the desired glaze consistency.
- Glaze Muffins: Dip the cooled muffins into the eggnog glaze or spread the glaze over the muffins using a small offset spatula. Allow the glaze to set and firm up within 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming and better texture.
- Do not overmix the batter once the flour is added to avoid tough muffins.
- The glaze can be adjusted to your preferred thickness by adding more or less eggnog.
- For a festive touch, sprinkle extra nutmeg or cinnamon on top of the glaze before it sets.
- These muffins are best enjoyed within 2-3 days stored in an airtight container.
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