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Eggnog Poke Cake Recipe

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  • Author: Thomas
  • Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

This Eggnog Poke Cake is a festive and delicious dessert that combines the warm flavors of vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and creamy eggnog with a moist vanilla cake base. Poked with holes and soaked in a thickened eggnog pudding, then topped with whipped cream, it’s perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion where you want to impress with a comforting seasonal treat.

Ingredients

Scale

Cake

  • 1 (15.25 ounce) box vanilla cake mix
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup eggnog
  • ⅓ cup canola or vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs

Pudding Topping

  • 2 (3.4 ounce) boxes instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 3 cups eggnog

Finishing

  • 1 (8 ounce) tub whipped topping, thawed
  • Additional cinnamon or ground nutmeg for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13 inch cake pan with baking spray to prevent sticking and set it aside.
  2. Mix Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the vanilla cake mix, cinnamon, and nutmeg until combined. Add 1 cup of eggnog, the canola oil, and eggs, then beat the mixture until smooth and well blended.
  3. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool completely to room temperature.
  4. Poke the Cake: Using the rounded handle of a wooden spoon, poke rows of holes about 1 inch apart across the entire surface of the cooled cake. This will allow the pudding mixture to seep in and flavor the cake.
  5. Prepare Pudding Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the remaining 3 cups of eggnog and the two boxes of instant vanilla pudding mix until the mixture thickens slightly.
  6. Soak Cake with Pudding: Pour the thickened pudding mixture evenly over the cake, ensuring it seeps into the holes created earlier. Gently spread it into an even layer.
  7. Add Whipped Topping: Spread the thawed whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer on the cake.
  8. Chill and Garnish: Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to allow the pudding to set and flavors to meld together. Before serving, optionally garnish with a light sprinkling of cinnamon or ground nutmeg for an extra festive touch.

Notes

  • Make sure the cake is completely cooled before poking holes to prevent it from breaking apart.
  • You can substitute canned whipped cream for the tub of whipped topping if preferred.
  • This cake keeps well refrigerated and is best served cold.
  • For extra flavor, sprinkle some nutmeg or cinnamon on top before serving.
  • Use full-fat eggnog for the creamiest texture, but low-fat can be substituted to reduce calories.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: eggnog poke cake, holiday dessert, vanilla cake, instant pudding cake, festive cake, creamy cake, Christmas dessert, easy cake recipe

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