Festive Christmas Eggnog Cake

Our festive eggnog cake is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of holiday flavors. With a moist cake infused with eggnog and warm spices, it’s perfect for celebrations and gatherings.

The accompanying eggnog-flavored icing adds a creamy, sweet finish that complements the cake beautifully. This recipe is straightforward and ideal for both novice and experienced bakers.

Delicious Eggnog Cake Recipe

This eggnog cake features a rich, spiced batter made with eggnog, nutmeg, and cinnamon, baked to perfection. The cake is then topped with a luscious eggnog icing that enhances its festive appeal. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 10 people.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup eggnog
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup eggnog (for icing)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)
• Ground nutmeg for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the eggnog and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
5. Bake the Cake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Cool the Cakes: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
7. Prepare the Icing: In a bowl, mix the powdered sugar, eggnog, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
8. Frost the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of icing on top, then place the second layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake.
9. Garnish: Sprinkle ground nutmeg on top for decoration, if desired. Slice and serve.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 10 slices
• Calories: 350kcal
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 50g