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Moist Rum Cake

A rich and flavorful cake infused with rum and spices, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup dark rum
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Equipment

  • Bundt pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Grease and flour your Bundt pan thoroughly.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. In another bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until creamy and fluffy.
  5. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla.
  6. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk and rum.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before inverting it.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep moisture in.