Delightful Deep South Eggnog Cake Recipe

Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of the holiday season with this Deep South Eggnog Cake recipe. Moist and flavorful, this cake is made with a generous amount of eggnog, giving it a festive twist. Topped with a creamy eggnog frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering. Follow this simple recipe and bring the flavors of the Deep South to your dessert table.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/4 cups eggnog
• 1/4 cup rum (optional)
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• For the eggnog frosting:
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup eggnog
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Additional nutmeg for dusting (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and eggnog to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Stir in the rum (if using) and vegetable oil.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. While the cake is baking, prepare the eggnog frosting. In a mixing bowl, cream the butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, eggnog, vanilla extract, and nutmeg, beating until light and fluffy.
7. Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the eggnog frosting evenly over the top. If desired, dust with additional nutmeg for decoration.
8. Slice and serve the Deep South Eggnog Cake, and enjoy the delicious flavors of the holiday season!

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