Description
A festive and moist Holiday Eggnog Bread infused with warm spices and creamy eggnog, topped with a sweet eggnog glaze and a sprinkle of nutmeg, perfect for seasonal gatherings and holiday breakfasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 2 eggs beaten
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 1/4 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Icing
- 1 cup powdered sugar sifted
- 2 tablespoons eggnog
- Dash of nutmeg
- Nutmeg for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Pan and Oven: Grease the bottom of a 9″ x 5″ loaf pan with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking. Preheat the oven to 350°F to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground nutmeg to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the beaten eggs, granulated sugar, melted and cooled unsalted butter, eggnog, and vanilla extract thoroughly until well combined and smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients gradually and stir until all ingredients are just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the bread tender.
- Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan evenly. Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean, ensuring the bread is fully cooked.
- Cool the Bread: Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then invert the loaf onto a cooling rack to cool completely, which helps the bread set and prevents sogginess.
- Prepare the Icing: In a small bowl, mix the sifted powdered sugar with eggnog, adding the eggnog one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached. Add a dash of nutmeg for flavor.
- Glaze and Garnish: Pour the prepared icing over the cooled bread and sprinkle with a little extra nutmeg for a festive finish. Allow the icing to set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ensure the melted butter is cooled before mixing to prevent cooking the eggs prematurely.
- Use fresh eggnog for best flavor and moisture.
- If you prefer a stronger nutmeg flavor, feel free to add a little extra in the batter or garnish.
- The glaze can be adjusted in thickness by adding more powdered sugar or eggnog accordingly.
- Store the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate to keep longer.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute eggnog and butter with plant-based alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
