Ever thought about combining the luscious taste of eggnog with the classic pleasure of bread? Well, wonder no more! We’ve got a delightful recipe that’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance. Get your mixing bowl ready, and let’s dive into the festive world of Eggnog Fruit Bread!
Eggnog Fruit Bread
This bread is not your average loaf; it’s packed with the flavors of eggnog and the sweetness of dried fruits. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or that secret late-night snack under the stars.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup eggnog
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grab a loaf pan and grease it up or line it with parchment paper. We don’t want a sticky situation here!
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Feel free to channel your inner whisking champion!
- In another bowl, combine the eggnog, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Once combined, it should look creamy and dreamy!
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Over-mixing is the enemy of fluffy bread!
- Stir in the dried cranberries and raisins. They’re like little bursts of joy in every bite!
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Pop it into the oven and bake for about 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once done, let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Your kitchen will be filled with the sweet aroma of holiday magic!
Once cooled, slice it up, and enjoy your Eggnog Fruit Bread with a hot cup of coffee or tea. You might just find yourself making it a holiday tradition!