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Christmas Spice Cake with Eggnog Buttercream

Delicious Christmas Spice Cake with Eggnog Buttercream Delight

This Christmas Spice Cake with Eggnog Buttercream is a delightful nod to cherished holiday gatherings, perfectly moist and spiced for a cozy festive centerpiece.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Consider using cake flour for a lighter bite.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Can be swapped for brown sugar for added flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensure it’s fresh for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Effective with acidic ingredients like buttermilk.
  • 2 teaspoons spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves) Adjust based on taste.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Softened to room temperature.
  • 3 large eggs Room temperature for better mixing.
  • 1 cup milk Whole or buttermilk for moisture.
For the Frosting
  • ½ cup eggnog Can substitute with heavy cream.
  • 4 cups powdered sugar Adjust for desired thickness.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • 9-inch round cake pans
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
  3. Beat together softened butter and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
  4. Gradually mix in milk and eggnog until combined.
  5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Divide batter between cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool cakes in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Whip softened butter, then gradually add powdered sugar and eggnog until fluffy.
  9. Once cakes are cooled, frost with Eggnog Buttercream and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days. Refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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