Overnight Eggnog Coffee Cake Recipe
This Overnight Eggnog Coffee Cake is a deliciously moist and flavorful cake infused with classic eggnog spices, topped with a crumbly nutmeg streusel, and finished with a sweet eggnog glaze. It’s perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy breakfast treat, made ahead of time and baked fresh in the morning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 8 hours 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Streusel Topping
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 tablespoon butter (softened)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Cake Batter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter or margarine (softened)
- 1 cup eggnog
- 1 (8 oz) container sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla or rum extract
- 2 eggs
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 to 2 tablespoons eggnog
Instructions
- Prepare Pan and Streusel: Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan to prevent sticking. In a small bowl, mix together the streusel ingredients (sugar, flour, softened butter, and nutmeg) until crumbly, then set aside.
- Mix Cake Batter: Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat together the sugar and 1/2 cup softened butter until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Then, add the eggnog, sour cream, vanilla or rum extract, and eggs; beat well to combine.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Stir in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg until just incorporated into the wet ingredients, forming the cake batter.
- Add Streusel: Evenly sprinkle the prepared streusel topping over the surface of the batter in the pan to create a crumbly layer.
- Refrigerate Overnight: Cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and the batter to rest before baking.
- Bake Cake: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove the cover from the pan and bake the cake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Once baked, let the cake cool for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Prepare and Add Glaze: While the cake cools, whisk together the powdered sugar and eggnog in a small bowl until the glaze is smooth. Drizzle this glaze over the warm cake before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to use fresh eggnog for the best flavor.
- You can substitute rum extract with vanilla extract if preferred.
- The cake can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a spicier streusel, add a pinch of cinnamon or cloves.
- This cake is best enjoyed the day it is baked but can also be reheated gently.
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