Glazed Eggnog Donuts {perfect holiday recipe!}

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by Gayle on Dec 2, 2015 (updated Nov 2, 2020) 66 comments »

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These Glazed Eggnog Donuts bake up soft, fluffy and are filled with sweet eggnog and hints of nutmeg. They’re easy to whip up and make the perfect breakfast or dessert for the holidays!

Eggnog. Most people either love it, or hate it.It’s one of those flavors that seems to pop up around Thanksgiving and sneak into those tasty baked goods.

I am definitely on Team Eggnog. Although I can’t drink too much of it because of its rich flavor, I love to sip on a glass during the holidays.

I also love using it in baked goods, such as these White Chocolate Dipped Eggnog Cookies. I made these cookies last Christmas and they quickly became a popular holiday recipe on Pumpkin ‘N Spice. Plus my Glazed Eggnog Bread— it’s too good not to mention.

And then there are these Glazed Eggnog Donuts.Everyone loves donuts, so now you can enjoy the classic flavor of eggnog packed into a delicious treat.

And even if you don’t like eggnog, I guarantee you’ll love these donuts. The flavor is subtle and not overpowering, so you taste the sweetness from the eggnog and warm spices from the nutmeg. Combine that with a delicious eggnog glaze, and these donuts were made for you.

What Makes These Eggnog Donuts So Great

These Christmas donuts can be made in one bowl, which means it’s easier on clean-up, and less dishes!
They bake up soft and moist, and are perfect for Christmas morning or dessert!
The glaze lends a little extra eggnog flavor – enough to taste it, but not enough to be too much!

What’s in Eggnog Donuts?

These Christmas donuts don’t call for any special ingredients (besides eggnog, that is!). Here’s all you’ll need to make this recipe:

All-purpose flour
Granulated sugar
Baking powder and baking soda
Salt and nutmeg
Eggnog
Egg
Coconut oil
Vanilla bean paste (or extract)
Powdered sugar

How To Make Eggnog Donuts

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
Slowing beat in the eggnog, egg, coconut oil, and vanilla extract using an electric hand mixer or stand mixer with fitted paddle attachment.
Spoon the mixture into a large ziplock back and cut the tip of one of the bottom corners. Pipe the mixture into the prepared donut pans.
Bake until donuts are slightly firm.
Remove the pans from the oven and let the donuts cool completely.
Take each donut out of the pan and dunk it halfway into the glaze. Repeat with the rest of the donuts and let glaze set.

Can I Freeze Eggnog Donuts?

I haven’t tried freezing these before, so I’m honestly not sure how they would turn out. The donuts might not have the exact same texture but I don’t think the taste would be affected. If freezing, omit the glaze and add it once the donuts have been thawed.

Can I Use Non-Alcoholic Eggnog?

Of course! Use whichever kind you prefer.

Recipe Variations

Replace 1 cup of all purpose flour with 1 cup of whole wheat flour to give these Christmas donuts a healthy twist!
Add a little rum extract to the glazeto bring in even more holiday flavors!
Sprinkle some finely chopped nuts on top of the donuts while the glaze is still wet to give a little crunch to this treat! Pecans or walnuts would work well.

Tips for Making Christmas Donuts

Spray the donut pans with non-stick spray really well. You may also want to add a little flour on top of the spray to help the baked donuts come out easier.
Spooning the batter into the bag makes it easy to pipe it into the pan, with less mess than using a spoon. Don’t snip the corner of the ziploc bag before spooning the batter in though! Otherwise it will spill out.
Hang on carefully to the donuts while dipping them in the glaze, otherwise they’ll fall in!

One bite of these Glazed Eggnog Donuts and you’ll love the sweet taste and soft texture. These goodies are perfect to enjoy throughout the holiday season and will be the hit of your breakfast or dessert table!

Looking for more donut recipes? I’ve got you covered!

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Glazed Eggnog Donuts

Yield: 12 donuts

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time: 10 minutes mins

Total Time: 20 minutes mins

These Glazed Eggnog Donuts bake up soft, fluffy and are filled with sweet eggnog and hints of nutmeg. They're easy to whip up and make the perfect breakfast or dessert for the holidays!

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Ingredients

▢ 2 cups all-purpose flour
▢ ½ cup granulated sugar
▢ 1 teaspoon baking power
▢ 1 teaspoon baking soda
▢ ½ teaspoon salt
▢ ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
▢ 1 cup eggnog
▢ 1 egg
▢ 4 tablespoons melted coconut oil
▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste, (or vanilla extract)

FOR THE EGGNOG GLAZE

▢ 1½ cups powdered sugar
▢ 5-6 tablespoons eggnog
▢ ½ teaspoon vanilla bean paste, (or vanilla extract)
▢ Dash of nutmeg

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350F. Lightly grease two (6 count) donut pans with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and nutmeg.
Slowly beat in the eggnog, egg, coconut oil, and vanilla extract using an electric hand mixer or stand mixer with fitted paddle attachment.
Spoon mixture into a large ziplock bag and cut tip of bottom corner. Pipe mixture into prepared donut pans.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until donuts are slightly firm. Remove from oven and cool completely before adding glaze.
To prepare the glaze, whisk the powdered sugar, eggnog, vanilla, and nutmeg in a medium bowl. Take each donut and dunk halfway into glaze. Repeat with rest of donuts.

Serving: 1donut, Calories: 239kcal, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 30mg, Sodium: 209mg, Potassium: 72mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 26g, Vitamin A: 76IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 41mg, Iron: 1mg

Cuisine: American

Course: Breakfast, Dessert

Author: Gayle

Did you make this recipe?Let me know! Mention @pumpkin_n_spice on Instagram or tag #pumpkin_n_spice.

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originally published on Dec 2, 2015 (last updated Nov 2, 2020)

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Mir — December 2, 2015 @ 5:24 am Reply
These look good enough to convert me to Team Eggnog! Seriously, I’ve always been very wary of that particular beverage, but I’ll try anything in a donut! Especially one that looks as good as this!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 9:31 am Reply
  I think you would love eggnog in these donuts, Mir! It flavors these so nicely!
  
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Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy — December 2, 2015 @ 6:02 am Reply
How cute are these Gayle?! I definitely fall in to the “Love it” camp when it comes to eggnog and I love donuts too, so these are doubly delicious for me.
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 9:31 am Reply
  Thanks, Dannii! These donuts and a glass of eggnog would be perfect for breakfast! 🙂
Kate @ Framed Cooks — December 2, 2015 @ 6:48 am Reply
I am firmly and enthusiastically in Camp Eggnog, and the glaze makes these even MORE perfect. Count me IN!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 9:31 am Reply
  YES!! This glaze is everything! 🙂 Thanks, Kate!
Amy — December 2, 2015 @ 7:01 am Reply
Tis the seasos when all the great recipes come out. Love it.
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 9:32 am Reply
  Thank you, Amy!
Gaila — December 2, 2015 @ 7:51 am Reply
Gayle! love this idea! all the flavors, perfect for homemade gifts! I love your pictures!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 9:32 am Reply
  Thanks for the eggnog love, Gaila!
Jen | Baked by an Introvert — December 2, 2015 @ 8:50 am Reply
Oh my, Yes!! I love eggnog! These donuts sound so incredible, Gayle. I must make them soon!!!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 9:32 am Reply
  Thanks, Jen! I think you would love these!
Sarah | Broma Bakery — December 2, 2015 @ 8:58 am Reply
Eggnog? I love it. And I love YOU for these donuts!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 9:33 am Reply
  Haha thanks, Sarah!
Mary @ LOVE the secret ingredient — December 2, 2015 @ 9:10 am Reply
What a cool idea! I very rarely make donuts but these would make a great holiday treat!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 9:33 am Reply
  These donuts are so perfect for the holidays, Mary! Thanks for the kind words!
Blair @ The Seasoned Mom — December 2, 2015 @ 9:16 am Reply
Oh, my…I am a donut LOVER and definitely a member of Team Eggnog, too. These donuts are the stuff dreams are made of. 🙂 And that glaze?! Just WOW.
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 9:33 am Reply
  I love your thinking, Blair! Donuts and this glaze definitely make my dreams come true! 🙂
Cailee — December 2, 2015 @ 10:33 am Reply
Oh my goodness!! YUM!! These look amazing! Seriously, such a fun recipe! I love it! Thanks so much for sharing 🙂 Perf for the holiday season!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 2:29 pm Reply
  Thanks, Cailee!
marcie — December 2, 2015 @ 11:48 am Reply
The funny thing is, I don’t like drinking egg nog one bit, but I love it in pancake and any type of baked good! These donuts look so light and fluffy and that glaze looks over the top delicious!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 2:29 pm Reply
  Isn’t it funny how eggnog tastes different in baked good? Thanks for the kind words, Marcie!
mira — December 2, 2015 @ 11:49 am Reply
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I just got some eggnog last night and was wondering what to do with it! I’m not a huge fan of the drink, but I’m sure these donuts taste delicious and will definitely try the recipe! Pinning of course 🙂
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 2:30 pm Reply
  Thank you, Mira! I hope you love these donuts if you try them!
Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel — December 2, 2015 @ 12:06 pm Reply
I’m not a huge fan of the drink (though I do like it once a year!) but I LOVE eggnog-FLAVORED things!! So these donuts sound amazing! And so perfectly festive! Gimme!!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 2:30 pm Reply
  Thanks, Jess! I love eggnog, but can’t drink too much of it. But I’ll take it in baked goods any day! 🙂
Kelly — December 2, 2015 @ 12:51 pm Reply
I’m with you, I’m on team eggnog when it comes to food or using it to enhance the flavors of food but can’t really drink too much. These donuts are the perfect way to enjoy eggnog! Love the glaze!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 2:30 pm Reply
  Thanks for the kind words, Kelly!
Amanda — December 2, 2015 @ 2:34 pm Reply
I like eggnog, but for some reason I never end up drinking it. I always use it all making French toast first. 🙂 These donuts look amazing. I love how it’s both in the batter and in the frosting. Sounds so good.
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 3:00 pm Reply
  Eggnog is so good in french toast, Amanda! I have another recipe coming up soon just like that! 🙂 Thanks for the kind words!
Harriet Emily — December 2, 2015 @ 2:51 pm Reply
This is such a perfect holiday treat Gayle! They would make great gifts! I love the sound of this eggnog flavour – so yummy!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 3:00 pm Reply
  Thanks for the kind words, Harriet!
Ashley — December 2, 2015 @ 3:43 pm Reply
haha I am on team I don’t like drinking eggnog but I love baking with it!! These donuts look so so good! And so festive!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 4:07 pm Reply
  Thanks, Ashley!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary — December 2, 2015 @ 3:59 pm Reply
Unfortunately I am not on team eggnog. But, I am on team eggnog used as a flavoring ingredient… I just can’t drink the stuff straight up. So these donuts are absolutely for me! You are always so clever with your recipes and ideas, and this is no exception! Holiday perfection, Gayle! Pinned! Cheers, my dear!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 4:08 pm Reply
  Thanks for the eggnog love, Cheyanne! It’s so funny how it’s hard to drink but perfect in baked goods! 🙂
Linda | The Baker Who Kerns — December 2, 2015 @ 4:00 pm Reply
I’m also really not a fan of eggnog but I like the idea of putting it in my bakes! And plus anyways its Christmas time so I gotta get in the Christmas spirit. Love these donuts!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 4:08 pm Reply
  Thanks for the kind words and for stopping by, Linda!
Aria | Purrfectly Inspired — December 2, 2015 @ 4:21 pm Reply
You know I really, really love eggnog! I made an entire gallon of it for Thanksgiving and we just finished it yesterday. these look soo good! 🙂
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 5:48 pm Reply
  I bet your homemade eggnog was so good, Aria! 🙂
  - Aria | Purrfectly Inspired — December 2, 2015 @ 5:53 pm
    Oh, it was! I normally don’t like store-bought because I think it’s just too sweet. I used our own free-range eggs to make it and it was very good. If you’d like the recipe, it’s here –> http://purrfectlyinspired.com/2015/11/07/easy-authentic-eggnog/
  - Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 6:11 pm
    Thank you for sharing, Aria! I will have to try that out! 🙂
Rachel @ Bakerita — December 2, 2015 @ 4:28 pm Reply
I’m not the biggest eggnog fan…I think something about there being eggs in it freaks me out! But I love the look of these donuts!! They look so yummy 🙂
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 5:49 pm Reply
  Haha I totally understand that, Rachel! 🙂 Thanks for the kind words!
Medha @ Whisk & Shout — December 2, 2015 @ 5:50 pm Reply
I’ve never had eggnog- these donuts look like they are the way to try it!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 6:11 pm Reply
  No eggnog?! You must try it asap, Medha! I think you would love it!
Annie @ The Garlic Diaries — December 2, 2015 @ 5:57 pm Reply
Oh my gosh, I am so in love with this! Nothing sounds better to me than eggnog donuts….I must make these NOW!! Pinned :).
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 6:12 pm Reply
  Thanks, Annie! Hope you like them if you try it!
Vicky & Ruth- May I Have That Recipe — December 2, 2015 @ 6:41 pm Reply
I love egg nog donuts and these look fantastic! Perfect for the holidays!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 7:12 pm Reply
  Thank you for the kind words!
Manali @ CookWithManali — December 2, 2015 @ 9:09 pm Reply
I have never had Eggnog..I don’t know I am wary of it…but I would happily take it in baked goods! these donuts look delicious!
- Gayle — December 2, 2015 @ 9:43 pm Reply
  Thanks, Manali! I think trying eggnog in these donuts would be a safe option for you! 🙂
annie@ciaochowbambina — December 3, 2015 @ 8:34 am Reply
I’m with you! Team Eggnog all the way!! And wrapped in a delicious donut…all the better!
- Gayle — December 3, 2015 @ 8:38 am Reply
  Yes! Team eggnog all the way! 🙂 Thanks, Annie!
Stacey @ Bake.Eat.Repeat. — December 3, 2015 @ 11:21 am Reply
I’ve only baked with eggnog a couple of times, but loved it. I need to try that more often. These donuts look amazing, the perfect breakfast for this time of year!
- Gayle — December 3, 2015 @ 8:27 pm Reply
  Thanks for the eggnog love, Stacey!
DC — December 3, 2015 @ 3:45 pm Reply
These look amazing! Do you think they could be made ahead of time, frozen, and defrosted Christmas eve night so I could glaze & eat them Christmas morning?
- Gayle — December 3, 2015 @ 8:34 pm Reply
  Thanks for the kind words and for stopping by! I haven’t tried freezing these before, so I’m honestly not sure how they would turn out. These donuts might not have the exact same texture but I don’t think the taste would be affected. I hope this works out for you if you try it!
Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks — December 3, 2015 @ 8:39 pm Reply
I’m definitely on Team Egg Nog! These donuts sound awesome! I really need a donut pan. 🙂
- Gayle — December 3, 2015 @ 8:45 pm Reply
  Thanks for the donut love, Rachelle!
Mariah @ Mariah's Pleasing Plates — December 4, 2015 @ 1:09 pm Reply
Okay so I LOVE the flavor of Eggnog but hate the texture! It is just too thick, so these doughnuts are perfect for us because I get all of the yummy flavor without the egginess (is that a word? haha)
- Gayle — December 4, 2015 @ 8:55 pm Reply
  Haha egginess is definitely a word! 🙂 Thanks for the donut love, friend!
MasterCakes — December 27, 2018 @ 6:20 am Reply
Bring on the holiday eggnog! These donuts look festive and bright and perfect for celebrating. Great idea to bake them rather than fry them.
- Gayle — December 27, 2018 @ 8:46 am Reply
  Thanks for the sweet comment!
Rachel — November 30, 2019 @ 6:34 pm Reply
Recommend melting the coconut oil with the eggnog in a sauce pan on low that way the coconut oil doesn’t clump up again when mixing in the eggnog with it. Doughnuts are in the oven now; cant wait to try them!
- Gayle — November 30, 2019 @ 6:42 pm Reply
  Thanks for the tip, Rachel! Hope you love these!

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