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Festive Christmas Eggnog Muffins

Festive Christmas Eggnog Muffins

Golden, fluffy muffins infused with eggnog, nutmeg, and cinnamon — these festive treats capture the warmth and nostalgia of Christmas morning in every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup eggnog
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • muffin pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • mixing spoon or spatula
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, beat the melted butter with sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
  4. Stir in the eggnog and vanilla extract until combined.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Spoon the batter into muffin cups and bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 350IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.3mg

Notes

For extra holiday flair, add chopped pecans, dried cranberries, or a drizzle of eggnog glaze. Don’t overmix the batter to keep muffins light and airy. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or freeze for up to 3 months.

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