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Christmas Eggnog Bread Recipe A Festive Holiday Delight

The Christmas Eggnog Bread Recipe is a holiday classic, bringing together the creamy, spiced taste of eggnog with a soft, tender bread base. This delicious treat combines nutmeg, cinnamon, and eggnog to create a festive flavor perfect for holiday breakfasts or desserts.For those who love the fusion of holiday flavors, be sure to check out the Pumpkin Spice Sugar Cookies recipe, which is another great seasonal bake.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (approximately 8-10 slices)

Ingredients

  • Flour: 2 cups
  • Baking Powder: 1 teaspoon
  • Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon
  • Sugar: 1 cup
  • Butter: 1/2 cup, softened
  • Eggs: 2 large
  • Eggnog: 1 cup
  • Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
  • Optional Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons eggnog, dash of nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard loaf pan.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Set aside.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in eggnog and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Combine and Bake: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  5. Optional Glaze: Mix powdered sugar, eggnog, and nutmeg. Drizzle over cooled loaf.
  • Author: Lyli Mildiva
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American, holiday-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Keywords: Christmas eggnog bread, holiday bread recipe, eggnog loaf, festive quick bread, spiced eggnog bread