Description
Eggnog Cinnamon Cupcakes combine the festive flavors of eggnog and cinnamon in a fluffy, moist cake topped with creamy frosting. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, these delightful treats are sure to impress friends and family alike. With a foolproof recipe that’s easy to follow, you’ll be creating bakery-quality cupcakes right at home. Each bite is a warm hug that encapsulates the joy of the season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup eggnog
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For Frosting: 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- For Frosting: 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, eggnog, and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups, filling them two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool completely before frosting with cream cheese icing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Substitute eggnog with your favorite flavored milk for variety. Add extra spices like nutmeg for an additional flavor kick. Use a piping bag to frost cupcakes for a decorative touch.
