Easy Eggnog Ugly Sweater Cake
Bake up one of the most fun Christmas dessert recipes with this recipe for Easy Eggnog Ugly Sweater Cake! This is one of the best recipes with eggnog because while you can taste a hint of the holiday drink, it's really subtle and doesn't overpower the rest of the dessert. A bit of nutmeg adds extra flavor depth to the cake as well as a welcome warmth. Because this cake is made with cake mix, it's incredibly easy to throw together and get into the oven in practically no time at all. This cake looks best when baked with Wilton's Ugly Sweater Cake Pan and decorated to the nines. However, you can also bake this recipe in a standard 9x13 baking dish and have it come out just fine. To make it a true ugly sweater cake, simply draw or pipe one on top like we did!
More Dessert Recipe Ideas for You
We love seeing our readers getting creative in the kitchen with fun and festive dessert recipes like the Easy Eggnog Ugly Sweater Cake. If you enjoyed making this cake, we have a few more dessert ideas that we think you'll love.
For those who enjoy the cozy flavors of eggnog, we recommend trying your hand at Eggnog Cupcakes. These moist and flavorful cupcakes are infused with eggnog, nutmeg, and a splash of rum (optional). They are topped with a rich and creamy eggnog buttercream frosting that will have you coming back for more.
If you're looking to impress guests at a holiday party, we suggest making a Peppermint Bark Cheesecake. This decadent dessert combines the classic flavors of peppermint and chocolate in a creamy and rich cheesecake filling. Topped with a layer of smooth chocolate ganache and crushed candy canes, this cheesecake is sure to be a showstopper.
For a quick and easy dessert idea that's perfect for winter gatherings, why not try making Snowball Cookies? These sweet and buttery cookies are studded with pecans and rolled in powdered sugar to resemble snowballs. They are a delicious treat to enjoy with a cup of hot cocoa by the fire.
We hope you enjoy trying out these dessert recipes and have fun sharing them with your loved ones during this festive season!
Serves10
Preparation Time10 min
Cooking Time42 min
Cooking MethodOven
Cooking Vessel Size9 x 13 Baking Dish OR Wilton Ugly Sweater Cake Pan
Ingredients
- 1 box (16.5 ounces) yellow cake mix
- 2/3 cup eggnog
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 3 eggs
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Buttercream frosting
- Green and red icing
- Holly Mix and Candy Cane sprinkles
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Spray 9x13 baking dish or Ugly Sweater Cake Pan with vegetable pan spray.
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In large bowl, beat cake mix, eggnog, oil, eggs and nutmeg with electric mixer at low speed 30 seconds. Scrape bottom and sides of bowl; beat at medium speed 2 minutes. Pour batter into prepared pan, spreading to even thickness.
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Bake 39-42 minutes or until toothpick inserted into center of cake comes out clean. Cool in pan on cooling grid 10 minutes. Remove from pan; cool completely on grid.
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To decorate: With spatula, ice cooled cake. Using tip 233 and green icing, pipe tree on cake. Using tip 46 and red icing, pipe outline neckline, sleeve cuffs and bottom sweater band. Attach sprinkles.
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gayelivesay 661015 3
Dec 08, 2014
There is just something about biting the head off a gingerbread man that freaks me out! I'll take eggnog. Besides all my sweaters are UGLY!
vbmason57 0250533
Dec 08, 2014
I love eggnog, so I think I would love this cake...may try it...thanks )
barb107
Dec 07, 2014
I haven't tried yet but my family loves eggnog so I'm sure they will love this cake
shala6
Dec 06, 2014
What a cute and creative idea! I've recently started to enjoy eggnog so I'll have to try this!
jmikebalou 3061110
Dec 06, 2014
I'm not fond of eggnog but I can see how it would be great in a cake.
brmetcalf 3461689
Dec 05, 2014
I want to try this recipe. It looks good and sounds easy to make. Thanks!
robynparis9
Dec 05, 2014
this is the greatest. I think i will make this for my teacher daughter to bring to work. we all know teachers have ugly christmas sweaters.
traceyp 5609512
Dec 05, 2014
Sounds...interesting! I've never tried an eggnog cake, but I imagine it would be delicious.
donnajacoby2014 23 67263
Dec 05, 2014
This sounds fabulous and easy--two good things when pressed for time! Thank you for sharing!
Rebecca MZ
Dec 05, 2014
I've never had an eggnog cake but this looks delicious! Plus, I can go crazy decorating it!
sandrawilliams 599 5390
Dec 05, 2014
I will need to try this eggnog cake. I know I like gingerbread, but have never acquired the taste for eggnog.
mummsie
Dec 05, 2014
Oh my yes please, EGGNOG!! I make gingerbread through the year when I get hungry for it but eggnog, heck you only get that this time of year!!
rosannepm
Dec 05, 2014
It must be extra moist with the eggnog in it. Eggnog is so creamy Rosanne
sgbrock 1382862
Dec 05, 2014
The cake recipe sounds good but I prefer to drink my eggnog (spiked) and eat gingerbread. However, I did bookmark this recipe for the future.
cfcarri 3602500
Dec 05, 2014
I love the fact that you baked the cake in a regular pan. While I own - and love - many Wilton pans, not everyone does -- yet. The recipe sounds delicious, yet simple - always a good idea.
Member 2877858
Dec 05, 2014
Love that this cake begins with a box mix. very easy and I would love to try it!
Member 2877858
Dec 05, 2014
I love eggnog, and I love the fact you don't have to be good at decorating for this cake! ugly sweater can be, well, ugly! Love the recipe starts with a box mix. makes it easy too.
woodkimberly64 302 6659
Dec 05, 2014
I like both eggnog and gingerbread but I think I prefer eggnog over gingerbread. This is a cool recipe.
woodkimberly64 302 6659
Dec 05, 2014
I just bought a sweater cookie cutter but like this idea also and shared the recipe. Thanks for the giveaway! Happy Holidays!
HsGlory 5603098
Dec 05, 2014
I would love to try this combination of eggnog and the cake together!
Wife2Mom
Dec 05, 2014
I love eggnog and cake. This combines the best of both. Can't wait to try it.
bitsofwit 1955261
Dec 05, 2014
I think I would like the eggnog, it would be fun to try something different
kspaletto 1199546
Dec 05, 2014
I love the name of this!!! Can't wait to try because I love eggnog.
bingo9760 0991967
Dec 05, 2014
I am willing to try this eggnog cake but wish it could be done in gingerbread.I prefer gingerbread because I do not like eggnog. I will try it though and find out for myself how it tastes
laughingpygmy
Dec 05, 2014
I love Eggnog... and the cake is hilarious, I have to bring it to the Ugly Sweater party!
princessanyaibe 06 03519
Dec 05, 2014
I should try this, only because I've never had eggnog, or tasted eggnog flavor before, lol.
Editor for AllFree CrochetAfghanPatte rns
Oct 30, 2014
I'm not a huge eggnog fan, but I decided to try this anyway. Much to my surprise there was only a hint of it. Otherwise it tasted like white cake, which is a-okay with me.
nashmeow
Oct 30, 2014
I happen to love egg nog, so was hopeful the cake would totally taste like it - it didn't. It was still good, I'm just someone who likes a lot of egg nog! I think for the next time, I'll try to find a frosting recipe with egg nog in it as well, for the perfect finishing touch.
BHerb
Oct 30, 2014
Such a tasty and easy treat to make! While it turned out fabulous with buttercream frosting, I think one could get away with a variety of frostings.
Julia L
Oct 30, 2014
Don't let the word "eggnog" make you nervous! I loved the texture and taste of this delicious cake, even though I really don't like eggnog. I think it just helped give the cake a little more flavor - nothing major, just a hint. The buttercream frosting was a nice touch, too!
Plusk24
Oct 30, 2014
A perfect Christmas dessert! Very sweet and moist, without being too overwhelming. I would definitely make this again!
shelfconsciouskati e
Oct 30, 2014
I'm not a fan of eggnog, but this cake tasted great. More than anything, the eggnog made it very moist with just a hint of flavor. Next time I might add a bit of cinnamon to either the batter or the frosting for even more festive holiday flavor.
Caitlin
Oct 29, 2014
I don't even like eggnog, but this cake was delicious! The eggnog flavor is very subtle, and blends well with the rest of the dessert. I served with a bit of Nutella because I can never get enough of chocolate. It was divine!
CreativityGoddess
Oct 29, 2014
This cake was perfect for me, since I'm not a huge fan of eggnog. The flavor was present, but not overwhelming. I'd definitely make this again, especially when I get tired of making Christmas cookies :)
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