Christmas Eggnog Festive Bread (Print-Friendly Version)
Eggnog, nutmeg, and cinnamon infuse every slice with festive flavor—perfect for cozy celebrations and gift sharing.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
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375 g all-purpose flour
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200 g granulated sugar
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5 g baking powder
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2.5 g baking soda
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2.5 g salt
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2.5 g ground nutmeg
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2.5 g ground cinnamon
→ Wet Ingredients
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240 ml eggnog
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115 g unsalted butter, melted
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2 large eggs
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5 ml vanilla extract
# How to Make It:
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Preheat the oven to 175°C. Grease a standard loaf pan to prevent sticking.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground nutmeg, and ground cinnamon. Stir until well incorporated.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together eggnog, melted unsalted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
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Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold together with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing to preserve a tender crumb.
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Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
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Bake in the centre of the preheated oven for 60 to 70 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the centre; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
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Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
# Additional Tips:
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For optimal flavor, use fresh eggnog and bring eggs and butter to room temperature before mixing for better incorporation and texture.
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Do not overmix the batter to ensure a soft, light crumb.
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The bread may be enhanced with a glaze of icing sugar and a splash of eggnog once fully cooled.
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For extended freshness, wrap the cooled loaf in plastic wrap or foil and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
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Freeze sliced bread in individual portions for quick reheating, either in the microwave or toaster oven.