These Eggnog Pecan Streusel Muffins are a delightful treat perfect for the holiday season. The eggnog muffin batter is infused with warm spices, creating a cozy flavor that pairs beautifully with the crunchy pecan streusel topping.

Ideal for breakfast or as a snack, these bakery style muffins are sure to impress your family and friends during festive gatherings.

Delicious Eggnog Pecan Streusel Muffins

These muffins feature a rich eggnog batter enhanced with nutmeg and cinnamon, topped with a buttery pecan streusel. The recipe yields about 12 muffins and takes approximately 30 minutes to prepare and bake.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup eggnog
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for streusel)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for streusel)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for streusel)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the melted butter, eggnog, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Prepare Streusel: In a small bowl, combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and melted butter. Mix until crumbly.
6. Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the muffin batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full. Sprinkle the pecan streusel topping generously over each muffin.
7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 12 muffins
• Calories: 220kcal
• Fat: 10g
• Protein: 3g
• Carbohydrates: 30g