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Christmas Spice Cake with Eggnog Buttercream

Christmas Spice Cake with Eggnog Buttercream Bliss

This Christmas Spice Cake with Eggnog Buttercream is a delightful festive dessert bringing comfort and cheer during the holiday season.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Gluten-free flour can be used.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Coconut sugar can be a healthier alternative.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Ensure it’s fresh for best rise.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Adjust for personal taste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg Use sparingly to avoid overpowering.
  • 0.5 teaspoon ginger Fresh ginger can be used for stronger flavor.
  • a pinch cloves Use lightly to avoid overwhelming aroma.
  • 2 large eggs Flax eggs for vegan version.
  • 0.5 cups sour cream Greek yogurt is a good substitute.
For the Buttercream
  • 0.25 cups eggnog Heavy cream with nutmeg can be used.
  • 0.75 cups unsalted butter Ensures control over sweetness.
  • 2-3 cups powdered sugar Adjust for desired thickness.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer
  • Measuring Cups
  • spatula
  • cake pans
  • wire racks

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, blending each completely, then mix in sour cream and eggnog until smooth.
  5. Gradually combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Divide the batter between the cake pans and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool the cakes in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  8. Prepare the Eggnog Buttercream by beating the butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar and eggnog until smooth.
  9. Once cooled, frost the cake layers with Eggnog Buttercream and decorate as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimum mixing. Decorate creatively with festive toppings.

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