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Eggnog Muffins with Pecan Streusel Topping

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Delightful muffins infused with the rich flavors of eggnog and topped with a crunchy pecan streusel, perfect for the holiday season or a cozy snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 Tbsp All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 Tbsp Finely Chopped Pecans
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/8 tsp Nutmeg
  • 2 Tbsp Butter (chopped)
  • 2–1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar (packed)
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder
  • ½ tsp Nutmeg
  • ¾ tsp Salt
  • 2 Large Eggs (lightly beaten)
  • 1 ½ cup Eggnog
  • 1 tsp Rum Extract
  • 2 Tbsp Butter (softened)
  • 3 Tbsp Eggnog
  • 1/8 tsp Nutmeg
  • 2 cups Confectioners / Icing / Powdered Sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners.
  2. For the pecan streusel topping, mix 2 Tbsp flour, chopped pecans, ¼ cup brown sugar, and 1/8 tsp nutmeg in a bowl. Add chopped butter and mix until crumbly. Set aside.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together 2-1/2 cups flour, ½ cup brown sugar, baking powder, ½ tsp nutmeg, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine beaten eggs, eggnog, and rum extract; stir in softened butter.
  5. Combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients until just moistened; do not overmix.
  6. Fill muffin tins about 2/3 full with the batter, then sprinkle the pecan streusel topping over each muffin.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool in the tin before transferring to a cooling rack.
  8. For the glaze, mix 2 cups confectioners’ sugar, 3 Tbsp eggnog, and 1/8 tsp nutmeg until smooth and drizzle over cooled muffins.

Notes

These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat before serving for best flavor.

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Keywords: eggnog muffins, holiday treats, breakfast muffins, pecan streusel, cozy snacks

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