Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon rum extract (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set it aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves until well combined. Set this mixture aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition and scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Mix in the eggnog, vanilla extract, and rum extract (if using) until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- If using nuts, fold them into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- If desired, dust the cooled loaf with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.
Notes
For best results, ensure butter and ingredients are at room temperature. Avoid overmixing the batter for a light and fluffy loaf.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg