Description
This Irresistible Eggnog Cake is a moist and flavorful holiday dessert perfect for eggnog lovers. Infused with warm spices like nutmeg and cinnamon and complemented by a smooth eggnog glaze, this cake is a festive treat that’s easy to bake and guaranteed to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Glaze
- 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 3–4 tbsp eggnog (optional for adjusting glaze consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground nutmeg, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Crack in the eggs, then pour in the eggnog and vanilla extract. Stir gently until the batter is just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the cake tender.
- Divide Batter: Evenly divide the batter between the two prepared cake pans, smoothing the tops with a spatula for even baking.
- Bake the Cakes: Place the pans in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the cakes are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cakes: Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then carefully transfer them onto wire racks to cool completely.
- Prepare the Glaze and Drizzle: For the eggnog glaze, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar with a few tablespoons of eggnog until smooth. Adjust consistency as needed. Once the cakes are completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top and let it set before serving.
Notes
- Room temperature eggs help create a lighter, fluffier texture.
- You can make your own eggnog or use a quality store-bought version.
- To add extra flavor, sprinkle a bit more nutmeg on top of the glaze after drizzling.
- The glaze can be thickened or thinned by adjusting the amount of eggnog used.
- Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Eggnog cake, holiday cake, festive dessert, nutmeg cake, cinnamon cake, easy holiday baking
