Confession time: I don’t like eggnog.
But if I was going to partake in eggnog this Christmas season, there was only one way that seemed acceptable.
In buttercream.
Because buttercream.
#da
So I made up some Spice Cupcakes. Because cupcakes.
Eggnog Buttercream
Ingredients
- 1 c sugar
- 1/4 c all-purpose flour
- 1 c eggnog
- 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
- 1 c butter room temperature
- caramel sundae sauce optional
Instructions
- In medium saucepan, stir together 1 cup sugar and 1/4 cup flour with whisk.
- Continue whisking and add in 1 cup eggnog and nutmeg until no lumps remain.
- Heat mixture over medium heat, whisking until mixture comes to a low boil and thickens enough to coat a spoon.
- Remove from heat and cool completely, about 45 minutes.
- In stand mixer beat 1 cup butter until creamy, about 1 minute.
- Pour in cooled eggnog mixture, beating until light and creamy.
- If frosting looks curdled or separated, keep beating! It will come together after a few minutes.
- Pipe onto cooled cupcakes.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce.
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Then I made up some eggnog buttercream.
I was scared. I mean… was it going to taste like rotten egg? Egg in general? Was I going to throw up in my mouth a little then have to swallow it because I am a lady?
Um. I don’t think a lady would talk about throwing up and swallowing it on a food blog. Twice.
Let’s forget we just had this little conversation.
#shamespiral
Well, I was worried for nothing. Eggnog is yummy. Eggnog buttercream is the yummiest.
Life officially changed.
Recipe just barely adapted from Betty Crocker.
Tips:
I chilled my frosting in the fridge while in a piping bag for about 10 minutes before piping. I then chilled the cupcakes until ready to serve. Personally, I just prefer the idea of a chilled eggnog frosting.
If you want to kick your cupcakes up a notch, drizzle with the caramel sauce soon after you take them out of the oven. The cupcake will soak up the sauce and add an extra layer of sweetness.
If you want to be a flavor queen, try sprinkling pink himalayan salt (or a good quality sea salt) to the top. Talk about awesome.
But whatever you do, just don’t be like me. Make sure you try new things and challenge your palate! At least, that’s what people tell me. 🙂
I am SO glad that you tried this because it’s really an awesome flavor!
Good for you in trying something you were sure you didn’t like. I am actually a big fan of eggnog flavor. I love how rich and holidayi-ish it is. These cupcakes look amazing!! 🙂
This looks awesome Amanda! I’ve always been a bit suspicious about eggnog too, but this may change my mind!
This sounds delicious! I think I would prefer it cold too!
I hear ya! It’s not to die for but in cupcakes like this…now I’m ready! Oh so gorgeous Amanda!
I don’t LOVE eggnog either, unless it in something..Or, you know, rum.
But, cupcakes with eggnog? Obvi. Pinned!
So delicious cupcakes, pinned!
Amanda I love the new look of your page.
I am very lucky…I won’t have to talk myself into these cupcakes because I love a good eggnog. These are right up my alley, Amanda….especially with that caramel drizzle you speak of! YUM!
I am a nogger, but I usually can’t handle more than a glass or two, so I have a lot left over. Pass me the bowl o’ buttercream and a spoon, because I am not too much of a lady just to have at it.
Good for you, you stepped out of your comfort zone. I love eggnog and can’t wait to give this a try. The frosting looks amazingly fluffy.