For an extra touch, sprinkle the frosted cupcakes with a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best results. If you don't have shortening, you can use all butter in the frosting, but the texture might be slightly different. Store leftover cupcakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Easy Eggnog Cupcakes
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME55 mins
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SERVING24 People
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VIEWS27
Embrace the festive spirit with these delightful Eggnog Cupcakes! A perfect balance of rich eggnog flavor and light, creamy frosting makes these cupcakes an irresistible holiday treat.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate27 g
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Cholesterol57 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium172 mg
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Sugar19 g
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Fat11 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare a 24-cup muffin tin with grease or paper liners. (5 minutes)
02
StepIn a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, 1 1/2 cups eggnog, eggs, melted butter, and nutmeg. Mix until the batter is smooth and well combined. (3 minutes)
03
StepCarefully pour the cupcake batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full. (2 minutes)
04
StepBake in the preheated oven for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the cupcakes are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. (12-14 minutes)
05
StepRemove the cupcakes from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes cooling)
06
StepWhile the cupcakes are cooling, prepare the eggnog frosting. In a small saucepan, whisk together 1 cup eggnog and flour over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency. (5-7 minutes)
07
StepRemove the eggnog mixture from the heat and let it cool completely. (15 minutes cooling)
08
StepIn a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, shortening, and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. (2-3 minutes)
09
StepGradually beat in the cooled eggnog mixture until the frosting is smooth and creamy. Adjust the amount of eggnog mixture to achieve your desired frosting consistency. (2 minutes)
10
StepOnce the cupcakes are completely cooled, generously frost each cupcake with the eggnog frosting. (10 minutes)
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Icie Brakus
Jun 21, 2025These cupcakes were a hit at my holiday party! The frosting was the perfect amount of sweet, and the eggnog flavor wasn't overpowering.
Alba Littelbarton
Jun 4, 2025I loved how easy these were to make. The directions were clear and easy to follow, and the cupcakes turned out perfectly.
Thaddeus Johnston
May 1, 2025I added a splash of rum extract to the batter for an extra kick. They were delicious!
Dolly Treutel
Apr 26, 2025The frosting is amazing! I could eat it with a spoon. I will definitely be making these again.