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Eggnog Poke Cake

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A delightful, moist cake infused with the creamy richness of eggnog, topped with fluffy whipped cream and sprinkled with nutmeg, perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 box vanilla cake mix Acts as the base; easily replaces homemade if in a pinch.
  • 3 large eggs Adds richness and moisture to the cake.
  • 1 cup milk For moistness; can be substituted with almond or soy milk.
  • 1 cup eggnog Key ingredient that imparts holiday flavor; can use homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor profile.
  • 1 can whipped cream For topping; you can make your own for an extra touch.
  • to taste ground nutmeg and cinnamon Essential spices that provide warm, cozy notes; feel free to adjust to taste.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the vanilla cake mix, eggs, milk, eggnog, and vanilla extract. Use an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2 minutes until smooth.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into a greased 9×13 inch cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Poking and Soaking
  1. Once the cake is baked, let it cool for about 15 minutes. Poke holes all over the cake with a wooden spoon handle.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the remaining eggnog with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg, then pour evenly over the cake.
Chilling and Serving
  1. Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  2. Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cake and dust with additional nutmeg before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25g

Notes

For variations, consider using chocolate cake mix instead of vanilla, or substituting with flavored milks. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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