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Spice Cake With Eggnog Buttercream A Festive Delight Recipe

Spice Cake With Eggnog Buttercream A Festive Delight Recipe


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  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x

Description

Spice cake with eggnog buttercream brings winter holiday magic straight to dessert lovers’ tables. Warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and creamy eggnog frosting create a delightful seasonal treat you’ll want to share with friends and family.


Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil

Dry Ingredients:

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Spices and Flavor Enhancers:

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Meticulously prepare three 8-inch round cake pans by coating with butter and lining with parchment paper, then set oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Create a harmonious dry ingredient blend by whisking flour, leavening agents, salt, and aromatic spices like cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves in a medium mixing bowl.
  3. In a spacious mixing bowl, cream butter, oil, and sugar until achieving a light, airy texture, then incorporate eggs individually, ensuring thorough integration after each addition.
  4. Gently fold vanilla extract into the butter mixture, creating a smooth, fragrant base.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredient mixture and buttermilk to the butter mixture, carefully mixing until ingredients are just combined to maintain cake’s delicate texture.
  6. Distribute batter evenly across prepared cake pans, smoothing surfaces for uniform baking.
  7. Position pans in preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until a toothpick inserted centrally emerges clean.
  8. Allow cakes to rest in pans for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer to wire cooling rack, permitting complete temperature reduction before frosting.

Notes

  • Swap buttermilk with dairy-free alternatives like almond or oat milk for a vegan version of this festive cake.
  • Reduce sugar content by replacing half the sugar with unsweetened applesauce for a lighter, healthier option.
  • Toast spices briefly before adding to the batter to enhance their depth and complexity of flavor.
  • Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smoother batter and more even cake texture during baking.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 27 g
  • Sodium: 180 mg
  • Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg