Buttered Rum Cake

This Buttered Rum Cake is a decadent, moist dessert infused with rich flavors of dark rum, warm spices, and a buttery glaze. Topped with a layer of pecans and drizzled with a spiced rum syrup, each bite delivers a melt-in-your-mouth experience perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions. It’s a show-stopping treat that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients

For the Cake:

1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

2 cups granulated sugar

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

4 large eggs

3 cups all-purpose flour

1 (3.4 oz) box instant vanilla pudding

1 Tbsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

3/4 cup buttermilk or whole milk

1/4 cup dark rum

For the Buttered Rum Glaze:

1/2 cup unsalted butter

1 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup water

1 tsp pumpkin pie spice or ground cinnamon

1/2 cup dark rum

Directions

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