CHRISTMAS EGGNOG BREAD

Ingredients:

• Wet Ingredients:
  • 1 cup eggnog
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• Dry Ingredients:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Optional Add-ins:
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (such as pecans or walnuts)
  • 1/2 cup dried fruits (such as cranberries or raisins)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggnog, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In another bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
5. Add Optional Ingredients:
   • If using, gently fold in the nuts and/or dried fruits into the batter.
6. Bake the Bread:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
   • Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve:
   • Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
   • Slice and serve. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple icing for extra sweetness.

Enjoy your festive and flavorful Christmas Eggnog Bread! It’s perfect for holiday breakfasts or as a sweet treat with a cup of coffee or tea.