Description
Delight in the festive flavors of Eggnog Cupcakes, a perfect holiday treat combining spiced cupcake batter with creamy eggnog frosting. These moist cupcakes are infused with nutmeg and cinnamon, topped with a smooth eggnog buttercream, and garnished with a sprinkle of ground nutmeg for an extra seasonal touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Cupcake Batter
- 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
Eggnog 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 to prepare for baking.
- Prepare Cupcake Batter: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon. In a separate bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until creamy and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract. Gradually alternate adding the dry ingredients and eggnog to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients, and mix just until combined.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly among the lined muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cupcakes to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting: Beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar while mixing continuously. Add the eggnog and vanilla extract, then beat until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.
- Frost Cupcakes: Once the cupcakes have fully cooled, frost each one generously with the eggnog frosting. Finish by garnishing with a light dusting of ground nutmeg for added flavor and holiday charm.
Notes
- Ensure the cupcakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
- For a boozy variation, add 1-2 tablespoons of rum or bourbon to the frosting.
- Use fresh eggnog for best flavor; homemade eggnog works well too.
- Store frosted cupcakes 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
