Holiday Spiced Eggnog Pound Cake
Bring the festive spirit to your holiday table with this delightful Holiday Spiced Eggnog Pound Cake. Infused with the rich flavors of eggnog, warm spices, and a hint of rum, this cake is a decadent treat that’s perfect for sharing with family and friends. Its moist texture and nutty almond crust provide a lovely contrast, while the subtle notes of nutmeg and rum evoke all the cozy feelings of the season. Elevate your dessert offerings this year and enjoy a slice of holiday happiness with each bite!
10
Servings
180
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter or margarine
2 tablespoons (softened, to grease pan)
sliced almonds
1/2 cup (for pressing into the pan)
yellow cake mix
1 package (18.5 ounces) (dry mix)
ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon (for flavoring)
eggs
2 (large)
eggnog
1 1/2 cups (store-bought)
butter or margarine
4 tablespoons (melted)
rum or rum flavoring
2 tablespoons (for flavor)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 10-inch tube or bundt pan with the softened butter. Press the sliced almonds onto the bottom and sides of the pan to create a decorative crust.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, ground nutmeg, eggs, eggnog, melted butter, and rum. Stir well until all ingredients are fully integrated and the batter is smooth and creamy, which can be achieved with an electric mixer on medium speed for about 4 minutes, or by hand using a wooden spoon for about 450 strokes.
3
Carefully pour the prepared batter into the almond-crusted pan, ensuring an even distribution.
4
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
5
Once baked, allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, gently invert the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Information
8g
Fat
22g
Carbs
1.6g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holiday Spiced Eggnog Pound Cake?
It is a festive dessert featuring a moist texture, eggnog flavors, warm spices, and a hint of rum, finished with a nutty almond crust.
What are the primary flavors in this cake?
The main flavors are rich eggnog, ground nutmeg, rum, and yellow cake mix.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 10 servings.
What kind of pan should I use for this cake?
A 10-inch tube pan or a bundt pan is required for this recipe.
How do I prepare the pan?
Grease the pan generously with softened butter and press sliced almonds onto the bottom and sides.
What is the purpose of the sliced almonds?
They are used to create a decorative and crunchy almond crust on the outside of the cake.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use either butter or margarine for both greasing the pan and for the batter.
What size cake mix is needed?
One 18.5-ounce package of dry yellow cake mix is required.
How much nutmeg is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/8 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
How many eggs are used?
Two large eggs are used in the batter.
What type of eggnog should I use?
The recipe suggests 1 1/2 cups of store-bought eggnog.
Is there rum in this cake?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of rum or rum flavoring.
Can I substitute rum flavoring for real rum?
Yes, rum flavoring can be used in place of actual rum.
How long should I mix the batter with an electric mixer?
Mix on medium speed for about 4 minutes until the batter is smooth and creamy.
How many strokes do I need if mixing by hand?
If mixing by hand with a wooden spoon, you should stir for about 450 strokes.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long does the cake bake?
The baking time is between 45 and 55 minutes.
How do I know when the cake is done?
The cake is done when a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean.
How long should the cake cool in the pan?
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it.
Where should the cake cool after being removed from the pan?
Invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
How many calories are in a serving?
Each serving contains 180 calories.
How much fat is in one slice?
There are 8 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content?
One serving has 22 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein does this cake have?
Each serving contains 1.6 grams of protein.
Is this recipe categorized as a dessert?
Yes, this recipe is officially categorized as a Dessert.
Is the butter in the batter melted or softened?
The 4 tablespoons of butter used in the batter should be melted.
Is the butter for the pan melted or softened?
The 2 tablespoons of butter used to grease the pan should be softened.
Is this a good recipe for winter baking?
Yes, it is tagged for winter baking and holiday desserts.
Does the recipe include sugar or sodium details?
No, the specific sugar and sodium counts are not provided in this recipe data.
What type of nutmeg is used?
The recipe specifies ground nutmeg for flavoring.