Eggnog Pound Cake is a festive and flavorful dessert that captures the cozy essence of the holiday season. With its rich, buttery texture and subtle hints of nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla, this pound cake brings the warmth and spice of traditional eggnog into every bite. The creamy eggnog not only adds moisture but also infuses the cake with its signature holiday flavor. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy dessert with coffee, this cake is easy to make and sure to be a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp rum extract (optional)
For the glaze (optional):
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp eggnog
- Pinch of nutmeg (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan or loaf pan.
- Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the eggnog. Start and end with the dry ingredients. Stir in the vanilla extract and rum extract, if using.
- Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the glaze (optional): In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and eggnog until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and sprinkle with a pinch of nutmeg for garnish.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy your Eggnog Pound Cake with a cup of coffee, tea, or a glass of eggnog for the perfect holiday treat.
This Eggnog Pound Cake is a delightful and festive dessert that brings the warmth of the holidays into every bite!
