Ultimate Eggnog Cake: Moist, Flavorful, and Perfectly Indulgent
Experience the joy of eggnog in cake form with this ultimate eggnog cake, which captures the rich, creamy flavors of your favorite holiday drink. Not only is this cake incredibly moist, but it also remains deliciously tender and flavorful even on the second and third days, a rarity for sponge cakes.
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Why you'll love it:
This eggnog cake is the perfect blend of simplicity and festive flavor. Its easy preparation and delicious texture make it a remarkable dessert. The ability to adjust the eggnog content with cream allows you to tailor the flavor intensity to your preference.
Perfect occasion:
Ideal for Christmas get-togethers, Christmas parties or any other festive occasion, this cake brings a touch of cheer and sophistication to your dessert table. It's also a great choice for a weekend treat or a special dessert that can be enjoyed throughout the week.
Decorating Tips:
For a festive touch, dust the cooled cake with powdered sugar or drizzle it with a simple eggnog glaze. Garnish with a pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon to enhance its holiday appeal.
Ingredients:
- 350g flour
- 200g of sugar
- 400 ml eggnog (or 200 ml eggnog and 200 ml cream for a lighter version)
- 150g very soft butter
- 1 sachet of baking powder
- A pinch of salt
- 3 eggs
- 50 ml rapeseed oil
Instructions:
- Get ready for baking:
- Preheat your oven to 160°C fan-assisted (or 180°C conventional). Butter a loaf pan.
- Mix the ingredients :
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, eggnog (and cream if using), softened butter, baking powder, salt, eggs and canola oil. Mix until all ingredients are well combined and the dough is smooth. Be careful not to overmix, as this may make the cake tough.
- Bake the cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour and 10-15 minutes. replaces the word nice with empty prevent the top from browning too much, cover the cake with aluminum foil halfway through baking.
- Perform a stick test by inserting a skewer or toothpick into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
- Cool and serve:
- Let the cake cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy this heavenly eggnog cake, a treat that promises to keep you and your guests coming back for more with its lingering moistness and delicious flavor!