Irresistible Creamy Eggnog Cake: A Festive Delight in 8 Easy Steps

Irresistible Creamy Eggnog Cake: A Festive Delight in 8 Easy Steps

Summary

Indulge in the festive spirit with this Irresistible Creamy Eggnog Cake. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any time you crave a creamy, spiced dessert, this cake combines the rich flavors of eggnog, warm spices, and a silky cream cheese frosting. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a beginner, this recipe will guide you step-by-step to create a show-stopping cake.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 25 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Servings: 12 slices
• Calories: 420 per serving

Course & Cuisine

• Course: Dessert
• Cuisine: American, Holiday

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 2 ½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup eggnog
• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 3-4 tbsp eggnog
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of ground nutmeg

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer
• Measuring cups and spoons
• 9-inch round cake pans (2)
• Parchment paper
• Cooling rack
• Spatula

Instructions

1. Preheat & Prepare:
   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease and line two 9-inch cake pans with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.