Festive Eggnog Christmas Muffins (Print Version)
Spiced muffins with eggnog and cookie crumble, baked for holiday flavor and warmth in every bite.
# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
→ Wet Ingredients
08 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
09 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
10 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
11 - 2 large eggs
12 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
13 - 1 cup eggnog
→ Cookie Crumble Topping
14 - 1/2 cup crushed holiday cookies (shortbread, sugar cookies, or gingerbread)
15 - 2 tablespoons melted butter
16 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
17 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ Optional Glaze
18 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
19 - 1–2 tablespoons eggnog
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves until well blended.
03 - In a large bowl, use an electric mixer or whisk to beat softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until pale and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
04 - Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, beating thoroughly after each addition. Stir in pure vanilla extract to combine.
05 - Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in alternating portions with eggnog, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix gently until just incorporated, taking care not to overwork the batter.
06 - Evenly distribute the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each approximately three-quarters full.
07 - In a small bowl, combine crushed holiday cookies, melted butter, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle the mixture generously over each muffin.
08 - Bake muffins for 20 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
09 - Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10 - In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and eggnog until smooth. Drizzle glaze over cooled muffins as desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Festive flavors capture the spirit of the season
- Easy to share or gift for holiday gatherings
02 -
- Substitute spiced cookies in the crumble for extra holiday flavor
- Muffins freeze well when wrapped tightly for up to 2 months
03 -
- For a richer taste, use homemade or premium eggnog
- Pair with hot cocoa or mulled wine for a festive treat