Easy Eggnog Coffee Cake Everyone Will Love

The first time I tried eggnog in a dessert, I was captivated by the warm, cozy flavors of the holidays. Inspired by my passion for quick, easy, and family-friendly recipes, I created this Eggnog Coffee Cake that’s perfect for Christmas mornings or festive gatherings. Moist, spiced, and topped with a crumbly finish, this eggnog coffee cake is customizable, simple to make, and guaranteed to become a holiday favorite.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

If you’re searching for the ultimate holiday dessert, this Eggnog Coffee Cake is a must-try. Bursting with creamy eggnog flavor and spiced with warm cinnamon and nutmeg, this eggnog coffee cake is both festive and comforting. Perfect for Christmas morning, brunch, or holiday gatherings, it’s quick and easy to make, yet impressively moist and tender. You can bake it as a 9×13 pan, make eggnog coffee cake muffins for grab-and-go treats, or top it with a sweet crumb for extra texture. Family-friendly and customizable, this eggnog coffee cake recipe blends the cozy flavors of the season with simple ingredients you likely already have. Whether you’re craving a cinnamon eggnog cake or a rich eggnog coffee crumble, this recipe delivers every time. For busy weeknights, special occasions, or one-pot breakfast meals, this eggnog coffee cake will quickly become a seasonal favorite. With its easy instructions, festive appeal, and warm holiday spices, you’ll love serving this eggnog coffee cake to friends and family.

Ingredients for This Recipe

This Eggnog Coffee Cake combines simple pantry staples with festive holiday flavors to create a moist, tender, and flavorful cake. The base uses all-purpose flour for structure, while baking powder and baking soda ensure the perfect rise. Cinnamon and nutmeg add warmth and seasonal spice, complemented by the creamy richness of butter, eggnog, and sour cream. Granulated sugar sweetens the batter, and vanilla enhances the overall flavor. The crumb topping brings a crunchy, sweet contrast, making every bite irresistible.

🛒 Ingredients (for one 9×13 pan):

For the Cake:

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup eggnog
½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt

For the Crumb Topping:

½ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces

How to Make This Recipe

Creating the perfect Eggnog Coffee Cake is easier than you might think, and the result is a moist, spiced cake bursting with festive flavor. This eggnog coffee cake combines the creamy richness of eggnog with warm cinnamon and nutmeg, all topped with a sweet crumb layer. You can bake it as a 9×13 pan, or try eggnog coffee cake muffins for holiday breakfasts. Follow these steps carefully to ensure your eggnog coffee cake rises perfectly, stays tender, and delivers that classic holiday taste everyone will love.

🛒 Steps:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg for the perfect spiced eggnog coffee cake batter.

In a large bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.

Gradually mix in dry ingredients alternately with eggnog and sour cream, starting and ending with dry ingredients, to create a smooth eggnog coffee cake batter.

Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan, then sprinkle the crumb topping made of flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cold butter over the top.

Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, ensuring your eggnog coffee cake is moist and tender.

Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack before slicing and serving.

This method guarantees a perfectly baked eggnog coffee cake every time, ideal for Christmas mornings, brunches, or festive gatherings.

Expert Cooking Tips

Mastering the perfect Eggnog Coffee Cake is all about balancing flavors and textures. Using high-quality eggnog enhances the richness of this eggnog coffee cake, while fresh spices like cinnamon and nutmeg create a warm, festive aroma. The crumb topping adds a crunchy contrast that complements the tender cake. Whether you’re making eggnog coffee cake muffins, a 9×13 pan, or a cinnamon eggnog cake variation, these expert tips will help you achieve a moist, flavorful, and irresistible holiday dessert every time.

💡 Expert Tips:

Use full-fat, high-quality eggnog for the richest flavor in your eggnog coffee cake.

Measure flour carefully to avoid a dense cake; spoon it into the cup and level it off.

Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy to create a tender, airy texture for your eggnog coffee cake.

Alternate adding dry ingredients with eggnog and sour cream to prevent overmixing and maintain a moist, spiced cake.

Chill the crumb topping butter before sprinkling it on the batter to ensure a crisp, crunchy texture.

Test doneness with a toothpick; if it comes out clean, your eggnog coffee cake is perfectly baked.

For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla or a dusting of powdered sugar over the top before serving.

These tips will ensure your eggnog coffee cake stays moist, flavorful, and festive for holiday gatherings.

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This Eggnog Coffee Cake is a festive, flavorful, and family-friendly dessert that brings the cozy taste of the holidays to your kitchen. Whether baked as a 9×13 pan, turned into eggnog coffee cake muffins, or topped with a sweet crumb, it’s quick, easy, and perfect for holiday breakfasts, brunches, or special occasions. With warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and rich eggnog flavor, this eggnog coffee cake is a customizable, crowd-pleasing treat that will become a seasonal favorite year after year.

Eggnog Coffee Cake

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• Author: Savannah
• Total Time: 40–45 minutes
• Yield: 10–12 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

A festive, moist coffee cake infused with creamy eggnog and warm holiday spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for Christmas breakfasts, brunches, or holiday gatherings, this cake can be baked in a 9×13 pan, as muffins, or as a crumb-topped cake for extra texture and flavor.

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Ingredients

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🛒 Ingredients (for one 9×13 pan):

For the Cake:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder

• ½ teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar

• 3 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 cup eggnog

• ½ cup sour cream or plain yogurt

For the Crumb Topping:

• ½ cup all-purpose flour

• ½ cup brown sugar

• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg

• ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces

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Instructions

📝 Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat & Prepare Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.

Step 2: Make the Crumb Topping
In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cut in cold butter with a fork or pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.

Step 3: Make the Cake Batter
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
Gradually add the dry ingredients alternately with eggnog and sour cream, starting and ending with dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 4: Assemble & Bake
Spread batter evenly in prepared pan. Sprinkle crumb topping evenly over the batter.
Bake 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Step 5: Serve
Slice into squares or serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of glaze if desired.

Notes

• Overnight Version: Prepare batter and topping the night before; cover and refrigerate. Bake fresh in the morning.
• Mini Muffins: Divide batter into lined muffin tins for festive grab-and-go treats.
• Eggnog Flavor: Use high-quality eggnog for the richest flavor.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
• Category: Dessert / Coffee Cake / Holiday Cake
• Method: Baked
• Cuisine: American