Description

Eggnog Cupcakes are a festive delight that perfectly capture the essence of holiday cheer. These fluffy, spiced cupcakes are infused with the classic flavors of creamy eggnog, nutmeg, and vanilla, then topped with a smooth frosting. Whether you’re celebrating at a winter gathering or simply indulging your sweet tooth, these cupcakes are sure to spread joy and warmth all year round.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp ground nutmeg
2 large eggs
½ cup milk (or eggnog)
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and nutmeg until combined.
In another bowl, combine eggs, milk (or eggnog), melted butter, and vanilla; whisk until frothy.
Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
Line a muffin tin with paper liners and fill each cup two-thirds full with batter.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool before frosting.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cupcake (75g)
Calories: 260
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: For an extra rich flavor, substitute some milk with eggnog. Feel free to add chocolate chips or spice it up by using spiced rum instead of milk for an adult twist.