Moist and Delicious Eggnog Bread
This eggnog bread recipe creates a moist and flavorful loaf perfect for the holidays or any time of year. The simple ingredients combine to create a comforting treat.
Equipment
- 9x5 inch loaf pan
- Mixing bowls (large and medium)
- Electric Mixer (handheld or stand)
- Wooden skewer
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour (190g)
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Wet Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (113g), softened
- 1.75 cups Granulated sugar (350g)
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Eggnog (240ml)
Glaze (Optional)
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2-4 tablespoons Eggnog For glaze
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Use an electric mixer for best results.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently stir in eggnog until batter is smooth.
- Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Make glaze (optional) by whisking together powdered sugar and eggnog to desired consistency. Drizzle over cooled bread.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use homemade eggnog. You can also add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts or dried cranberries to the batter for added texture.