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Eggnog Latte Cupcakes

Moist, fluffy eggnog cupcakes topped with coffee frosting taste just like a Starbucks eggnog latte! Made with a box of cake mix, these eggnog latte cupcakes are an easy holiday dessert for Christmas parties.

I love baking with holiday flavors, don't you? You might also like these eggnog muffins, eggnog bundt cake, and my pumpkin spice latte cupcakes.

Two eggnog latte cupcakes with frosting in red liners.

This post and recipe were first published in December 2011. It was updated and republished in December 2025.

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It's the most wonderful time of the year, and we're making sweet, fluffy eggnog latte cupcakes topped with swirls of fluffy coffee frosting.

One of my favorite drinks of the season is an eggnog latte. I look forward to that and a peppermint mocha every winter. Recreating those warm and festive latte flavors in a cupcake was so much fun.

Using eggnog in place of the liquid in a box cake mix adds the perfect eggnog flavor to a batch of vanilla cupcakes. These eggnog cupcakes bake up so light and fluffy! 

What Makes This Eggnog Cupcakes Recipe So Good

  • Semi-homemade. These Christmas cupcakes are easy to make from real eggnog, a box of cake mix, and a few extra ingredients that make them super moist and full of flavor.
  • Made for holiday celebrations. Festive, flavorful eggnog cupcakes look great on any holiday dessert table, and they taste even better.
  • Perfect for coffee lovers. A hint of coffee in the frosting gives these cupcakes delicious coffeehouse vibes.

I'm already thinking about freezing some eggnog so I can enjoy these cupcakes a little bit longer this year! Plus, I want to make more of these eggnog donuts for breakfast and another eggnog pie for dessert.

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Red and Green Sugar Cookies

Red and green sugar cookies are a simple Christmas treat everyone loves. They bake up soft and chewy with a sweet, crunchy sugar coating that feels extra festive. Sugar coated cookies are fun for parties, gifting, or holiday snacking.

A stack of alternating red and green Christmas cookies on a tray.
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If your holiday baking list needs one more easy cookie, these red and green sugar cookies are a must. They're soft, chewy, and coated in sparkly sugar that makes them pop on any Christmas tray. They disappear fast every time I make them.

Every holiday season, I love adding a new treat to our cookie rotation, and these instantly earned their spot next to the peppermint Oreo cookies. The colorful sugar coating gives them such a fun, festive look without any extra decorating.

An overhead picture of a tray of sugar coated cookies.

I used red and green sanding sugar for a classic holiday look, but the best part is how easy they are to make. They bake in minutes and stay soft for days, which makes them perfect for busy December schedules.

Whether you need something simple for parties, cookie trays, or a cozy night with Nutella hot chocolate and a Christmas movie, these cookies are a guaranteed hit.

Why You'll Love Sugar Cookies With Colored Sugar

  • Festive colors. Rolling them in colored sanding sugar makes them look holiday-ready without extra work.
  • Soft and chewy. These cookies stay tender in the center with lightly crisp edges that everyone loves.
  • Quick and easy to make. The dough comes together in minutes, then roll, chill, and bake.
  • Perfect for parties or gifting. These colorful cookies brighten up cookie plates and make great edible gifts.
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Grinch Popcorn

White chocolate and mint candies turn this Grinch Popcorn into a holiday treat everyone loves. Enjoy it during Christmas movie marathons or wrap it up and gift it to friends and neighbors.

Share this holiday popcorn mix alongside a chocolate peppermint cheesecake cake this merry season.

Two stacked bowls filled with a mint Grinch popcorn.

The post for mint Grinch popcorn was first published in December 2017. It was updated and republished in December 2025.

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If you love easy Christmas treats, this sweet Grinch popcorn is going to be your new holiday go-to. I grew up watching How the Grinch Stole Christmas every year. So anything with green sprinkles and little red hearts reminds me of it. This sweet holiday popcorn mix brings back those fond memories.

I start with a simple white chocolate popcorn. Then I make it extra festive with a drizzle of melted mint chocolate chips and mint holiday M&M's. The finishing touch is red heart sprinkles and green sugar to give it that fun Grinchy look.

It is the easiest treat for Christmas movie nights or packing into little bags for friends and teachers. You only need a few simple ingredients, and it comes together in minutes. This is exactly the kind of recipe I want during the busy holiday season.

Why You'll Love This Grinch Popcorn Recipe

  • Perfect for the holidays. It is colorful, minty, and full of Christmas cheer, making it disappear quickly.
  • So easy. You can make the snack mix in minutes using popcorn and melted chocolate.
  • Great for gifting. It looks adorable in treat bags or tins and makes a fun homemade holiday gift.
  • Fun for kids. Little helpers love adding sprinkles and candy, and there is no complicated baking involved.
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Eggnog Latte

This homemade eggnog latte recipe is rich and festive, and even better than Starbucks! Make this creamy coffee drink in 5 minutes with hot brewed espresso, steamed eggnog, milk, and nutmeg.

Enjoy this creamy eggnog latte alongside a platter of Christmas cookies or eggnog scones this holiday season.

An eggnog latte topped with a swirl of whipped cream and a mini gingerbread man in a festive mug, set on top of a red and green plaid cloth.
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There's nothing better than sipping on my favorite coffee shop drinks at home. It feels great knowing I saved money and a trip to the drive-thru!

Starbucks discontinued its eggnog latte years ago, so I started making my own at home to get that holiday fix. They finally brought it back this year, but the flavor just isn't the same, so I'm sticking with my homemade version.

My Starbucks copycat eggnog latte begins with freshly brewed espresso, just like my salted caramel mocha and maple latte. Add in real holiday nog, frothed milk, and a pinch of nutmeg, for a rich and creamy eggnog latte all season long.

If you love eggnog (and lattes) as much as I do, try my eggnog latte cupcakes that were also inspired by Starbucks!

Why You'll Love This Eggnog Latte Recipe

  • Easy to make. All you need is your favorite mug and 5 minutes!
  • Better than Starbucks drinks. This homemade recipe is just as rich, creamy, and full of flavor as the original. And I think it tastes even better. It also saves time and money.
  • All seasons. Making this eggnog latte from scratch means that I can enjoy my favorite seasonal Starbucks latte all year round, and not just at Christmas. You can freeze the carton of eggnog for later!
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Peppermint Bundt Cake

If you're on the hunt for an easy holiday dessert, this peppermint bundt cake with white chocolate glaze is the way to go. It's packed with Christmas cheer, looks awesome, and tastes just as great as it looks. Fair warning, though. Once you make it, your family will request it every holiday season.

A slice of peppermint oreo cake on a plate with the rest of the cake behind it.

The post for this white chocolate peppermint Oreo cake was first published in December 2015. It was updated and republished in December 2015.

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If December had an official flavor in my kitchen, it would be peppermint. As soon as candy canes hit the store shelves, I start making minty snowball cookies and peppermint Oreo bark.

This week, I discovered an extra cake mix in the cupboard. So I decided to make a peppermint bundt cake. To give the vanilla dessert a little more flair, I used peppermint creamer, cookie chunks, and candy pieces.

To top it off, I added a white chocolate peppermint glaze and some candy cane crunch. It definitely made the cake feel way more festive than just a regular ganache!

The cake is rich, moist, and bursting with peppermint flavor. It's the perfect holiday dessert to serve with peppermint hot chocolate.

Why Make A White Chocolate Peppermint Cake

  • Easy to make. It's made with simple ingredients and goes from bowl to oven in no time at all.
  • Festive holiday flavor. The peppermint is bold but not overpowering. It has just the right amount of cool, minty flavor in every bite.
  • Pretty finish. A white chocolate glaze and red candies transform your dessert into a peppermint masterpiece.
  • Party worthy. Be prepared for all the attention when you bring this creation to Christmas parties.
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Chocolate Christmas Cookies

Whether you are baking for Santa or treating yourself, these stuffed chocolate Christmas cookies are a great holiday dessert. Once you find that molten chocolate center, you'll understand why they are one of our favorite Christmas cookie recipes.

If you love stuffed cookies, try these salted caramel brownie cookies or these lemon cake mix cookies.

Chocolate Christmas cookies stacked in a pile with a bite out of the top showing the gooey center.
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I don't know about you, but this time of year, I love using baking shortcuts to create festive cookies. That's why these Christmas cookies made from a chocolate cake mix are among my favorites.

Surprise-inside cookies are some of my favorites to bake. It all started with my cinnamon Rolo cookies. This year, I decided to hide a candy bar inside chocolate cookies. It's so much fun to see everyone smile when they find that gooey chocolate surprise.

If you want a simple and fun treat to make for Santa's cookie plate or for last-minute holiday parties, this recipe is for you.

Why You'll Love Stuffed Chocolate Cookies

  • Molten chocolate surprise. A hidden candy bar inside each cookie gives you an ooey-gooey moment at the first bite.
  • Cake mix base. Using a chocolate cake mix means you skip all the measuring of the dry ingredients. All you add are a few wet ingredients, and you are ready.
  • Soft texture. Our secret ingredient keeps the cookies extra soft for days, without being cakey.
  • Fun holiday flair. A drizzle of melted chocolate and colorful sprinkles adds a festive look to the treats.
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Eggnog Dip

This fluffy eggnog dip is the quickest Christmas appetizer ever! I'll show you how to make this light, no-bake dessert dip in just 10 minutes. It uses simple ingredients like eggnog, instant pudding, and whipped topping.

If you love that creamy holiday drink, try an eggnog cake or eggnog cupcakes for parties and events.

A bowl of eggnog dip garnished with nutmeg and a gingerbread man, with a bowl of Christmas cookies and holiday decorations in the background.
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Once the holidays arrive, I always buy a carton of eggnog. It just feels like Christmas to me. Usually, I start with an eggnog latte, then use the rest to bake treats or make holiday desserts.

This easy eggnog dip is a light, fluffy dessert dip that I can throw together in minutes, without the oven or even a mixer. It's a perfect last-minute appetizer or dessert for Christmas parties and get-togethers.

I add a little rum extract and nutmeg, and this creamy pudding dip tastes just like classic nog. Serve it with gingerbread men and shortbread cookies, and watch the bowl get scraped clean! 

Reasons to Love This Easy Eggnog Dessert Dip

  • Simple ingredients. This dip needs three main ingredients: eggnog, a tub of Cool Whip, and a box of vanilla pudding mix. So easy!
  • Authentic eggnog flavor. I use real eggnog and flavor this dip with a hint of rum extract and nutmeg. It tastes just like the classic holiday drink.
  • Perfect for holiday parties. I love serving this eggnog dip on a Christmas dessert board with our favorite cookies and dippers.
  • Ready in minutes. Best of all, this dip is made in one bowl. Just mix, chill, and serve!
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Cranberry Coffee Cake

This cranberry coffee cake with a crunchy spiced oatmeal streusel and orange glaze is perfect for the holidays. If you are planning a holiday brunch or hosting family, this easy coffee cake recipe can be made ahead of time.

If you love the orange berry combo, add our cranberry orange scones to your baking plans.

A white plate with a piece of cranberry coffee cake and a fork on it.
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I love baking coffee cakes. It's the perfect treat because you can serve it for breakfast or dessert. This soft cranberry coffee cake has a delicious combo of sweet and tart berries and a spiced oatmeal crumble. Basically, everything you want in a cozy pastry.

This year, I was looking for a way to use up extra bags of cranberries. So I decided to give my apple butter coffee cake a festive twist. Since oranges and cranberries work well together, I added orange zest to the cake and an orange glaze on top.

Everyone will think you bought it at a bakery, but it will be our little secret. However your kitchen will smell like Christmas morning as it bakes, so I think they will know.

Why You'll Love an Orange Cranberry Coffee Cake

  • Sweet and tart berry filling. The fresh cranberries in the middle of the cake give it the perfect holiday flavor.
  • Crispy oatmeal crumble. The buttery oat topping gets golden and crunchy when baked.
  • Cozy orange flavor. The citrus glaze ties everything together and gives the coffee cake that extra festive sparkle.
  • Perfect for a holiday breakfast or brunch. Coffee cake always tastes better the next day. So bake it ahead of time and save yourself some stress on Thanksgiving or Christmas morning.
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Black Forest Cheesecake

This Black Forest Cheesecake is a creamy chocolate cheesecake swirled with cherry pie filling, baked on top of the fudgiest chocolate cake! Add a topping of whipped cream for the perfect finish.

If you love the black forest flavors in this homemade cheesecake recipe, also try our chocolate cherry cobbler and chocolate cherry cookies.

A slice of black forest cheesecake on a plate, showing the chocolate cheesecake and cake layers, topped with whipped cream and more cherries.
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I'm taking a break from pie baking to share this family-favorite black forest cheesecake recipe! This is a fudgy chocolate cake topped with creamy chocolate cheesecake swirled with cherry filling.

It's sort of like a full-sized version of this cherry chocolate cheesecake recipe, baked over a layer of dark chocolate cake. I'm already thinking this black forest cheesecake would make a fun Yuletide dessert.

Of course, I topped the cake with fluffy whipped topping for a classic black forest finish.

Why You'll Love This Black Forest Cheesecake Recipe

  • Layers of classic flavor. With layers of chocolate, juicy cherry pie filling, and a topping of fluffy whipped cream, the flavors are everything you love about a traditional black forest cake.
  • No fussing. You don't need to bake the chocolate cheesecake in a water bath.
  • Easy ingredients. I use ready-made cherry pie filling and a few baking staples to make this dessert. Save time with a box of chocolate cake mix for the cake layer, if needed.
  • Holiday-ready. Since you'll bake the cake layer ahead of time and chill the finished dessert in the fridge, this is a wonderful holiday dessert to make ahead.
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Pumpkin Pecan Cookies

Fall in love this season with these Pumpkin Pecan Cookies. The warm spices combined with a sweet coffee glaze transform them into a fancy bakery-style treat. And that sea salt sprinkle? It's pure magic!

If you are a fan of pumpkin treats, try my pumpkin snickerdoodles and pumpkin bundt cake.

Pumpkin pecan cookies with a coffee glaze stacked on a white plate.
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Make a Cinderella latte and cozy up with one (or more) of these pumpkin pecan cookies. With soft centers, crunchy pecans, and a sweet drizzle on top, these chewy cookies taste like fall in every bite.

I actually created this recipe a few months ago while visiting my nieces in Texas. They were so excited to learn about baking. So we spent an entire afternoon testing variations of these cookies together. It was a fun day of learning and finding the right combination of ingredients and bake time.

But when I got home and made them again, I couldn't just stop at plain cookies. I just had to add a coffee glaze and a pinch of sea salt. It took them from delicious to absolutely amazing!

  • Soft and chewy texture. These cookies stay tender in the center with the right amount of chew, thanks to the pumpkin and oats.
  • Filled with warm spices. Every bite has cozy fall flavors from the cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • Loaded with crunchy pecans. The chopped nuts add the perfect contrast to the soft cookie.
  • Jazzed up bakery-style. A quick drizzle of coffee glaze gives these cookies a rich, cafe-style finish.
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