Eggnog Nutmeg Muffins with Spiced Glaze
Soft, fluffy, and full of holiday flavor, these muffins are infused with creamy eggnog and a hint of nutmeg. A sweet spiced glaze drizzled on top makes them festive and irresistible. This doubled recipe is perfect for sharing at holiday brunches, gifting, or freezing for later. To elevate them even more, toasted pecans and a splash of rum extract add depth and warmth.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: 24 muffins 1x
Ingredients
Muffins (makes about 24):
6 cups all-purpose flour (720 g)
5 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 tsp ground nutmeg
24 tbsp (1 1/2 cups) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
4 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups full-fat eggnog
1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans (optional, for texture)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two 12-cup muffin tins with liners.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and rum extract (if using).
Add dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with eggnog, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Fold in toasted pecans if desired.
Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling about 3/4 full.
Bake 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before glazing.
For the glaze: whisk powdered sugar, nutmeg, cinnamon, and eggnog until smooth. Drizzle over cooled muffins.
Nutrition
- Calories: 210
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g