Ingredients
Scale
- Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk (or coconut milk for a tropical twist)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup dark rum
Instructions
Preparing the Cake Batter
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Cream the butter and sugar: Use an electric mixer to beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time: Make sure to mix well after each addition for a smooth consistency.
- Incorporate the milk and rum: Slowly add the milk and rum mixture to create a smooth batter.
- Fold in the dry ingredients: Gently mix everything together until just combined.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix—the key to a moist cake is gentle folding.
Baking the Perfect Rum Cake
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. This ensures an even bake.
- Grease your bundt pan: Use butter and a light dusting of flour to prevent sticking.
- Pour in the batter: Smooth it out to ensure an even rise.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes: Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick—if it comes out clean, it’s ready.