Description
Sweet buttered rum cake whispers Caribbean comfort with rich, spirited layers of indulgence. Moist crumb infused with dark rum and warm spices promises a delectable escape that delights your senses.
Ingredients
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Cake Base:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Rum Flavoring:
- 1/3 cup dark rum
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
Glaze:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup dark rum
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F and thoroughly grease a 9-inch bundt pan with butter, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to create a smooth, uniform batter.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl to eliminate potential lumps and ensure even distribution.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, alternating with milk and rum, stirring gently to maintain a soft, airy texture.
- Stir in vanilla extract, blending carefully to distribute the flavor evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an even surface.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- While the cake bakes, prepare the rum glaze by melting butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in powdered sugar, rum, and vanilla extract until the glaze becomes smooth and slightly thickened.
- Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Carefully invert the cake onto a serving plate and immediately brush generously with the warm rum glaze.
- Allow the cake to cool completely, permitting the glaze to seep into the cake and enhance its rich, rum-infused flavor.
- Slice and serve at room temperature, optionally garnishing with a light dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
- Prevent Cake Sticking by thoroughly greasing the bundt pan with softened butter, ensuring every nook and cranny is covered to guarantee easy cake removal.
- Create Fluffy Texture by creaming butter and sugar for a full 3-4 minutes, which incorporates air and helps the cake rise beautifully with a tender crumb.
- Enhance Rum Flavor by using high-quality dark rum for deeper, more complex taste notes that complement the cake’s sweetness without overwhelming the palate.
- Adapt for Dietary Needs by substituting gluten-free flour blend and using dairy-free milk and butter alternatives to make the cake accessible for different dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg