Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Total preparation time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including baking time)
- Preparation: 45 minutes
- Cooking: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the eggnog to the egg mixture and stir until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- If using pecans, stir them into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Protein: 6g
Dish Characteristics:
- This is a rich and dense cake with a strong eggnog flavor.
- The texture is moist and the pecans add a nice crunch.
- It's perfect for colder weather or as a festive dessert for the holidays.
User Comments:
- "This is an excellent eggnog cake recipe! The flavor is spot on and it's so moist."
- "I love how easy this recipe is to follow and the outcome is so impressive."
- "This cake is perfect for Christmas gatherings. Everyone loves it!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh ingredients, especially eggs and eggnog, for the best flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter or the cake may be tough.
- For best results, use a digital scale to measure ingredients accurately.
