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Cozy Eggnog Bread for Your Holiday Mornings
Nothing fills my kitchen with more holiday spirit than baking this soft eggnog bread. The smell of warm spices and rum glaze brings back memories of Christmas mornings spent with family. I love serving this with my morning coffee while watching the snow fall outside my window.
What Makes This Recipe So Special
Every time I make this bread people ask for the recipe. The secret is using full fat eggnog which creates the most tender crumb you can imagine. I often bake small loaves to give as gifts during the holidays and my friends literally wait for them each year. The rum glaze on top takes it from delicious to absolutely unforgettable.
What You Need in Your Kitchen
- Eggs: Large eggs are best for this recipe.
- Eggnog: Use your favorite full fat eggnog for the best flavor.
- Rum: I use Captain Morgan but any spiced rum works beautifully.
- Sugar: Simple white sugar is perfect here.
- Vanilla: Pure vanilla extract makes all the difference.
- Butter: Real butter creates the best texture.
- Flour: Regular all purpose flour works great.
- Vanilla Pudding Mix: My secret weapon for extra moisture.
- Baking Powder and Salt: These help the bread rise properly.
- Nutmeg and Cinnamon: The classic holiday spice combo.
- Spiced Rum: Skip it for a family friendly version.
Let's Start Baking
- Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a bowl combine your eggs, rum, eggnog, vanilla and sugar until everything looks smooth.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients
- Mix your flour, salt, baking powder, spices and vanilla pudding mix in a separate bowl.
- Combine the Ingredients
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into your wet mixture until just combined.
- Bake the Bread
- Pour everything into your prepared pan and bake at 350°F until golden brown and cooked through. Let it cool a bit before taking it out.
- Make the Rum Glaze
- Mix up your glaze ingredients and pour over the bread while it's still slightly warm.
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Keeping Your Bread Fresh
This bread stays perfectly moist for about three days when kept in an airtight container on your counter. I like using my glass cake stand with a good seal or wrapping it well in plastic wrap. Though in my house it rarely lasts more than a day.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I make this bread without rum?
Yes, you can skip the rum completely. Just replace it with additional eggnog or vanilla extract for extra flavor.
- → How long does eggnog bread stay fresh?
When stored in an airtight container at room temperature, this bread stays fresh for 2-3 days. Keep it covered with plastic wrap or in a cake stand.
- → Can I make smaller loaves for gifting?
Yes, this recipe works great for mini loaves. Just reduce the baking time and check for doneness with a toothpick.
- → What type of eggnog should I use?
Use your favorite full-fat eggnog for best results. The higher fat content helps create a more moist and flavorful bread.
- → Is this recipe kid-friendly?
You can make it kid-friendly by omitting the rum in both bread and glaze. The bread will still taste delicious with just the eggnog flavor.