Moist Butter Rum Cake Recipe

This Butter Rum Cake Recipe is a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of butter and rum for a moist and flavorful cake. Perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat any day, this cake is sure to impress your guests.

The recipe is simple to follow and yields a delicious cake that pairs well with a variety of toppings, such as whipped cream or fresh fruit.

Delicious Butter Rum Cake Recipe

This cake features a tender crumb infused with rum and a buttery glaze that soaks into the cake for added moisture. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 8 people.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup dark rum
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
2 tablespoons dark rum (for glaze)
1 tablespoon milk (for glaze)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk and rum. Mix until just combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Prepare the Glaze: While the cake is baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, dark rum, and milk in a small bowl until smooth.
Glaze the Cake: Once the cake is done, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. While the cake is still warm, drizzle the glaze over the top, allowing it to soak in.
Serve: Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing. Serve as is or with whipped cream or fresh fruit.