#festivedesserts

Orange Cranberry Sweet Rolls - Festive & Delicious

Gingerbread Delight Cupcakes with Spiced Cream Cheese Frosting These delightful gingerbread cupcakes topped with spiced cream cheese frosting bring a warm and festive flavor to any occasion. Perfect for the holidays or just a cozy treat, these cupcakes are sure to impress! Cupcake Ingredients 1/2 C Granulated Sugar 1/2 C Butter softened 1/2 C Molasses 2 Eggs 2 C all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground all spice 3/4 cup water Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients 1 Pkg (8 oz) Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened 1/4 C butter, softened 2 tsp lemon juice 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp vanilla 4 C powdered sugar 1-2 tsp milk Directions 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Line regular cupcake tins with cupcake liners. 2. In a large bowl, beat together sugar, butter, molasses, and eggs using a mixer on medium speed. In a separate bowl, mix all the dry ingredients, including the spices. 3. Gradually add the dry ingredients and water in three batches, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. 4. Spoon 1/4 cup of the batter into each cupcake liner. 5. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool for 5 minutes, then remove from pan and place on cooling racks. For the Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting 1. In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese, butter, lemon juice, and vanilla until smooth. 2. Gradually add in the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, on low speed until fully combined. Mix in milk one teaspoon at a time until the frosting reaches a spreadable consistency. 3. Generously pipe or spread the frosting on top of each cooled cupcake. For decoration, consider adding gingerbread cookies, candied cranberries, or fresh rosemary. Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator.

Boozy Eggnog Bundt Cake Ingredients: Eggnog Cake: 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 cups granulated sugar 1 1/4 cups eggnog 2 tablespoons bourbon or rum 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 3 eggs, room temperature Bourbon/Rum Glaze: 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar 3-4 tablespoons eggnog 2 tablespoons bourbon or rum 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Eggnog Buttercream: 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 4 cups powdered sugar 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/4 cup eggnog Directions: Eggnog Cake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease and flour a bundt pan, making sure to cover all areas. In a medium bowl, mix together the eggnog, bourbon (or rum), and vanilla extract. Set aside. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes). Add the eggs one at a time, mixing until just incorporated after each addition. Add the baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the butter mixture, and beat until well combined. Alternate adding the flour and the eggnog mixture to the wet ingredients, starting and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting and removing it from the pan to cool completely. Bourbon/Rum Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, eggnog, bourbon (or rum), and vanilla extract. Spoon the glaze over the top of the warm cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Let the cake cool completely before frosting. Eggnog Buttercream: In a large bowl, beat the butter and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the nutmeg, vanilla, and eggnog, and continue beating until light and fluffy. Frost the cake and decorate as desired. Serving: Slice and enjoy this delicious, boozy eggnog cake as the perfect holiday dessert! Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 50-55 minutes Kcal: 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 12-14 slices This Boozy Eggnog Bundt Cake is the ultimate festive dessert for your holiday celebrations! Infused with the rich flavors of eggnog and bourbon (or rum), this cake is perfectly moist and spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg for a warm, cozy flavor. The bourbon glaze adds a luscious layer of sweetness that seeps into the cake, while the creamy eggnog buttercream gives it a luxurious finish. Whether you're hosting a holiday party or cozying up with family, this bundt cake is sure to impress with its beautiful presentation and delicious flavors. Every slice is full of seasonal cheer, making it the perfect treat for your festive gatherings!