Description
Indulge in the festive flavors of this moist Eggnog Cake topped with velvety Eggnog Frosting. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings, each slice is a delightful blend of warm spices and creamy goodness. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can create a memorable dessert that will wow your guests and fill your home with the enchanting aroma of the season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
- 3. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- 4. Mix in eggnog until just combined.
- 5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture; mix gently until no flour streaks remain.
- 6. Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- 7. Cool cakes completely before frosting with a mixture of softened butter, powdered sugar, and eggnog to desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg