Haitian Rum Cake
Haitian Rum Cake is a moist and flavorful dessert that brings the vibrant essence of the Caribbean to your table. Infused with high-quality dark rum and studded with rum-soaked dried fruits, this cake offers a delightful blend of rich flavors and aromatic spices. Perfect for celebrations or casual gatherings, its simple recipe makes it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Serve it with coconut ice cream or fresh fruit salad for an unforgettable treat that will leave everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup dried fruits (raisins or prunes) soaked in rum
- 1 cup dark rum (high-quality)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan or round cake pan.
- In a bowl, combine dried fruits with dark rum; let soak while preparing the batter.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about three minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture along with soaked fruits; mix until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg