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Eggnog Bread

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Eggnog Bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread infused with the warm, spiced essence of holiday eggnog. Topped with a sweet eggnog glaze, this festive loaf is perfect for winter baking, gifting, or enjoying with your favorite hot drink.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp rum extract (optional)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2–3 tbsp eggnog (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggnog, oil (or melted butter), vanilla extract, and rum extract if using. Stir until well combined.
  5. Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. To make the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with 2–3 tbsp of eggnog until smooth and pourable. Drizzle over the cooled bread before serving.

Notes

Add white chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried cranberries for variety.Use full-fat eggnog for the richest texture and flavor.Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.Can be frozen for up to 2 months—wrap tightly and thaw before serving.Great as muffins—bake in a muffin tin for 18–22 minutes.

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