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Eggnog Pound Cake

Eggnog Pound Cake: A Cozy Holiday Delight to Bake!

Enjoy a festive Eggnog Pound Cake that balances simplicity with elegance, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 1 cup Salted Butter or unsalted, add a pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 2 cups Granulated Sugar can substitute with granulated substitute
  • 4 large Large Eggs room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract or almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon Rum Extract or Dark Rum increase vanilla if avoiding alcohol
  • 3 cups Cake Flour can substitute with all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Nutmeg or pre-ground
  • 1 cup Eggnog room temperature
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar can use sugar substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Eggnog adjust for consistency

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Bundt pan
  • Mixing Bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Eggnog Pound Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare ingredients to reach room temperature.
  2. In a stand mixer, cream the butter and sugar for about 5 minutes until light and fluffy. Add vegetable oil and mix well.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in vanilla extract and rum extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, and nutmeg.
  5. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet batter, alternating with the eggnog until combined.
  6. Prepare a Bundt pan by greasing it well. Pour the batter into the pan, tapping it to eliminate air bubbles.
  7. Bake for 80 to 90 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean and the center reaches 210°F (99°C).
  8. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
  9. To make the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and eggnog until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cake.
  10. Garnish with fresh nutmeg or sparkling sugar before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Adjust eggnog in the glaze for desired thickness.

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