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Vanilla Eggnog Crumb Bread

Moist Vanilla Eggnog Crumb Bread for Cozy Holiday Mornings

Enjoy the festive flavors of Vanilla Eggnog Crumb Bread, perfect for cozy holiday mornings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1 cup Salted Butter (Room Temperature) Can substitute with unsalted butter if preferred.
  • 3.4 oz Instant Vanilla Pudding Enhances texture and sweetness; omit if desired.
  • 1 tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Imitation vanilla works in a pinch.
  • 1 3/4 cups Prepared Eggnog Use store-bought or homemade.
  • 1/2 tsp Rum Extract Optional for non-alcoholic version.
  • 1 cup Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs (Room Temperature) Ensure they're at room temperature.
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg Freshly ground is preferred.
  • 2 1/4 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for optimal rise.
For the Crumb Topping
  • 1/4 cup Cold, Cubed Butter Keep it cold to maintain crumb structure.
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon Can replace nutmeg.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Brown sugar enhances the flavor if used.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Same substitution options apply.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Mini Loaf Pans
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together the room temperature salted butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the instant vanilla pudding mix and blend until smooth.
  4. Pour in the prepared eggnog, eggs, vanilla extract, and rum extract. Beat until combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg. Gradually mix into wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Grease and flour mini loaf pans. Divide batter among pans, filling about two-thirds full.
  7. For the crumb topping, mix cold butter, cinnamon, sugar, and all-purpose flour until crumbly.
  8. Sprinkle crumb topping over each loaf of batter.
  9. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick.
  10. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all wet ingredients are at room temperature to improve batter texture. Avoid overmixing to maintain a light consistency.

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