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Whole eggnog cake topped with pecans and creamy frosting on a cake stand

Eggnog Cake

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Description

A sophisticated holiday dessert featuring a moist, bourbon-infused sponge layered with a vintage cooked flour frosting. This small-batch cake combines the creamy richness of eggnog with a bright citrus zest and a crunchy pecan finish.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon peel
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup premium prepared eggnog
  • 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey
  • 1/2 cup toasted pecans, chopped
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup prepared eggnog
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon rum extract
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla and lemon peel.
  3. Whisk together the dry ingredients and add to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the eggnog; stir in the bourbon until just combined.
  4. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30–35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. While the cake cools, whisk flour, salt, and eggnog in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened into a roux, then cool completely.
  6. Whip the frosting sugar and butter until fluffy, then incorporate the cooled roux, extracts, and lemon peel on high speed until light and airy.
  7. Frost the cooled cake layers and press toasted pecans into the sides before refrigerating to set the structure.

Notes

To ensure the Ermine frosting achieves the perfect texture, the cooked eggnog roux must be completely at room temperature before being added to the butter mixture. For an extra moist crumb, you can lightly brush the warm cake layers with a small amount of extra bourbon before assembly.

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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