Festive Eggnog Cake Recipe

This Eggnog Cake recipe captures the essence of the holiday season in a delicious dessert. Moist and flavorful, this cake is infused with the rich taste of eggnog and warm spices, making it a perfect centerpiece for your festive gatherings.

The recipe is straightforward and perfect for both novice and experienced bakers. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create a delightful cake that everyone will enjoy.

Delicious Eggnog Cake Recipe

This Eggnog Cake features a tender crumb and is flavored with nutmeg and vanilla, topped with a creamy eggnog frosting. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 8-10 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
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup eggnog
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
2 tablespoons eggnog (for frosting)
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Ground nutmeg for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the eggnog and vanilla extract. Mix until just combined.
Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting: In a bowl, mix the powdered sugar, eggnog, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more eggnog if needed.
Frost the Cake: Once the cake is completely cool, spread the eggnog frosting evenly over the top. Garnish with a sprinkle of ground nutmeg if desired.
Serve: Slice and serve the cake at room temperature. Enjoy your festive treat!