Eggnog Bread

By Teresa Jacobson
@foundmyzen

This one always surprises people. Even people who don't like eggnog like this bread! It was a holiday favorite at my coffee shop and has earned a place in my "holiday traditions" file. It makes great muffins too and freezes well.
* The Eggnog Bread is the one on the far right of photo. Also pictured, , , and Cranberry Orange breads.

Rating:

★★★★★ 4 votes

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Serves:

3 mini loaves

Prep:

20 Min

Cook:

35 Min

Method:

Bake

Ingredients

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2 large: eggs
1 c: eggnog
2 tsp: rum or rum extract (optional)
1 c: sugar
1 tsp: vanilla
1/2 c: butter, softened
2 1/4 c: flour
2 tsp: baking powder
1/2 tsp: salt
1/4 tsp: freshly grated nutmeg

How to Make Eggnog Bread

Step-by-Step

1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat preferred pan(s) with nonstick spray.
2In a large bowl, combine eggs, eggnog, rum extract, sugar, vanilla, and butter until well blended; set aside.
3In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg. Add to eggnog mixture and stir until just blended; pour into prepared pan(s) and bake.
standard muffins: about 20 minutes
jumbo muffins: about 25-30 minutes
mini loaves: 35-40 minutes
9x5 loaf pan: 40-60
4VARIATION*** Add about 3/4 - 1 cup fresh cranberries to the batter. Very nice flavor and color!