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Pumpkin Rum Cake

Irresistible Pumpkin Rum Cake for Cozy Fall Vibes

This Pumpkin Rum Cake combines rich flavors of pumpkin and spices, perfect for fall indulgence.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 10 slices
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • 10-inch bundt cake pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • whisk
  • spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup dark rum
  • ½ cup whole milk
  • ½ cup chopped pecans optional

For Garnish

  • 1 cup powdered sugar optional

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Rum Cake

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 10-inch bundt cake pan.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and salt.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Mix in the canned pumpkin puree and dark rum until combined.
  • Fold the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with whole milk, starting and ending with flour.
  • If using, gently fold in the chopped pecans.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  • Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a skewer.
  • Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Dust the top with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Notes

For best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature and avoid overmixing the batter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Cozy Baking, Fall Desserts, Holiday Cakes, pumpkin recipes, Pumpkin Rum Cake
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