Eggnog Pound Cake
Rich, buttery, and delightfully spiced, Eggnog Pound Cake is the ultimate holiday dessert that captures the cozy essence of the season. Infused with the creamy warmth of eggnog, a hint of fragrant nutmeg, and a splash of vanilla, this cake delivers the perfect balance of festive flavors in every bite. Its tender crumb is achieved through a classic pound cake technique, while a dusting of powdered sugar adds an elegant finishing touch. Whether served at a Christmas gathering or as an indulgent winter treat, this bundt-style cake is destined to be the centerpiece of your holiday table. Easy to make and sure to impress, it’s a must-try for eggnog lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 cup eggnog
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a standard 10-cup bundt pan or a loaf pan.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground nutmeg.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the eggnog. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Stir in the vanilla extract to fully incorporate the flavor.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared bundt or loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully invert it onto a wire rack and let it cool completely.
Optional: Dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar before serving for an extra festive touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 224.3 g | 288% | |
| Saturated Fat | 133.2 g | 666% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1378 mg | 459% | |
| Sodium | 2507 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 763.2 g | 278% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 479.5 g | ||
| Protein | 72.2 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.4 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 470 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 21.3 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 1046 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
