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Best Christmas Spice Cake with Eggnog Buttercream

Best Christmas Spice Cake with Eggnog Buttercream
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Indulge in the festive spirit with the Best Christmas Spice Cake with Eggnog Buttercream. This delightful cake features a moist and spiced layer complemented by a rich eggnog frosting, creating a perfect treat for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners. With its warm blend of traditional spices, this cake is sure to impress your guests and become a seasonal favorite. Plus, it’s easy to make, allowing you to spend more time enjoying the festivities!

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cake flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup eggnog
  • 2 cups unsalted butter (for eggnog buttercream)
  • 6 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (or vanilla bean paste)
  • 1 teaspoon rum flavoring
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (for eggnog buttercream)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (for eggnog buttercream)
  • 1/4 teaspoon rum flavoring (for eggnog buttercream)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or vanilla bean paste, for eggnog buttercream)
  • 4 tablespoons milk (for eggnog buttercream)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two round baking pans by greasing and flouring them.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, followed by eggnog and milk; mix until combined.
  5. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture without overmixing.
  6. Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool cakes on a rack before frosting with eggnog buttercream made from butter, powdered sugar, nutmeg, rum flavoring, vanilla extract, and milk.

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