Rum Cake Recipe

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The key ingredients include butter, sugar, eggs, dark rum, flour, baking powder, instant vanilla pudding mix, and optional chopped nuts. The signature rum glaze requires butter, sugar, water, salt, and more dark rum for that authentic boozy flavour.
Learn how to cook Rum Cake Recipe by preheating your oven to 165°C, preparing a bundt pan, mixing dry and wet ingredients separately, then combining them alternately. Bake for about 55 minutes, then soak the hot cake with rum glaze. The secret lies in the three-stage glazing process for maximum flavour absorption.
Absolutely! Replace the rum with apple juice, pineapple juice, or rum extract mixed with water. For the glaze, use the same juice alternatives with a teaspoon of vanilla or rum extract for flavour. The cake will still maintain its moisture and delicious taste.
Dark rum is preferred for its rich, caramelised flavour that beautifully complements the buttery cake. Brands like Meyer's, Gosling's Black Seal, or Captain Morgan provide the best depth. Spiced rum adds interesting notes, while white rum results in a lighter flavour profile.
Thoroughly grease every crevice of your bundt pan with softened butter (not melted), then dust with flour, tapping out excess. For extra insurance, use a baking spray containing flour. Always allow the cake to cool 15-20 minutes before attempting to remove it.
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