This Eggnog Poke Cake is rich, creamy, and filled with holiday cheer. Moist eggnog-flavored cake gets soaked with a boozy (or booze-free!) eggnog pudding filling, then topped with fluffy whipped topping and warm spices. It’s a simple yet impressive dessert for Christmas parties and holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 1 box white cake mix

• 2 large eggs

• ½ cup vegetable oil

• 1 cup eggnog

For the Filling:

• 1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding mix

• ½ cup brandy (optional)

• 1 ½ cups eggnog

For the Topping:

• 3 cups whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade)

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

1. Prepare the cake:
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and eggnog. Beat until smooth. Pour batter into prepared dish and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes.

2. Make the filling:
   In a medium bowl, whisk together pudding mix, brandy (if using), and eggnog until thickened.

3. Fill the cake:
   Using the handle of a wooden spoon, poke holes all over the cake. Pour pudding mixture evenly over the top, letting it soak into the holes.

4. Top the cake:
   Spread whipped topping evenly over the pudding layer. Sprinkle with cinnamon and nutmeg.

5. Chill & serve:
   Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully chilled. Slice, serve, and enjoy a slice of Christmas cheer! 🎅✨