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Eggnog Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf cake (about 10 slices)

Description

This Eggnog Cake recipe brings the festive flavors of the holiday season to your dessert table. Rich, buttery, and warmly spiced with nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves, this moist loaf cake is complemented by a crumbly streusel topping that adds a delightful texture and extra burst of flavor. Perfect for Christmas or winter gatherings, it pairs wonderfully with powdered sugar dusting for a classic finish.

Ingredients

Crumble

  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ teaspoon rum extract (optional)

Eggnog Cake

  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks), room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups eggnog

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9-inch by 5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, ensuring an overhang on the sides for easy cake removal, or alternatively, grease the pan with nonstick baking spray.
  2. Make the Crumble: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, combine all crumble ingredients — flour, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, unsalted butter, and optional rum extract. Mix until the mixture takes on a coarse, crumbly texture. Transfer to a separate bowl and set aside.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients for Cake: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves. Set this mixture aside.
  4. Cream Butter and Sugars: Using the stand mixer bowl, add room temperature butter along with granulated sugar and brown sugar. Beat on medium speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, approximately 3 to 5 minutes.
  5. Add Vanilla Extract: Pour in the vanilla extract and continue beating for an additional minute to incorporate.
  6. Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure even mixing.
  7. Combine Dry Ingredients and Eggnog: Reduce the mixer speed to low and alternately add the dry flour mixture and eggnog to the batter, mixing just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
  8. Assemble the Cake: Spoon half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan and evenly sprinkle the crumble mixture over the batter. Carefully spoon the remaining batter over the crumble layer and smooth the top with a spatula. Optionally, reserve some crumble to sprinkle on top before baking.
  9. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 55 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake — it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.
  10. Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the cake out and transfer it to a serving platter. Dust the top with powdered sugar for a festive touch before serving.

Notes

  • For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
  • If you prefer, substitute rum extract with an equal amount of vanilla or omit entirely for a milder flavor.
  • The crumble topping adds texture and flavor but can be omitted for a simpler cake.
  • Store leftover cake covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • This cake freezes well; wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil, then freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
  • Use fresh eggnog for the best flavor; homemade eggnog will enhance richness compared to store-bought varieties.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://quickandsweetrecipes.com/eggnog-cake-recipe/