Easy eggnog cupcakes –Are you ready to jingle all the way to dessert heaven? These Easy Eggnog Cupcakes are here to turn your holiday cheer into a sweet celebration! With a delightful blend of festive flavors and a splash of fun, these cupcakes are the perfect treat to surprise your friends and family. Let’s get baking!
Feast Your Eyes on These Yummy Cupcakes
Just look at those delicious Eggnog Cupcakes! They’re like tiny holiday miracles wrapped in frosting.
Ingredients That Sing Holiday Cheer
Gather up these magical ingredients, and don your best holiday apron because we’re about to embark on a sweet adventure:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup eggnog
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- For the frosting:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons eggnog
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sprinkle of nutmeg for garnish
Let’s Get to Baking!
Time to turn those ingredients into something magical! Follow these easy-peasy steps:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cupcake tin with paper liners. It’s like giving them a cozy sweater!
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this bowl of joy aside.
- In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until fluffy and frosty. Add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the eggnog, vanilla extract, and nutmeg. Your kitchen is about to smell like holiday spirit!
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined. Don’t go overboard; we want fluffy cupcakes, not dense bricks!
- Divide the batter evenly among the cupcake liners. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center. Let them cool completely.
- While they cool off like the cool kids, whip up the frosting! Beat the butter until light and fluffy, then slowly mix in the powdered sugar, followed by eggnog and vanilla extract. You’ll want to dive in right away!
- Frost your cooled cupcakes like a pro, and sprinkle a dash of nutmeg on top for that extra festive touch!
Time to Celebrate!
Now that you’ve made these fantastic Easy Eggnog Cupcakes, it’s time to gather your friends, and enjoy the sweet flavors of the season! Each bite is like a cozy hug on a chilly winter day. Happy baking and merry eating!