Decadent and Moist Rum Cake Recipe for Your Next Celebration

This rum cake recipe is a perfect blend of rich flavors and moist texture, making it a show-stopping dessert for any occasion. The rum-infused batter is complemented by a sweet glaze, creating a decadent treat that will have everyone coming back for more.

Ingredients

• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 package yellow cake mix
• 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup cold water
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup dark rum
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup dark rum

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch Bundt pan.
2. Sprinkle chopped nuts over the bottom of the pan.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix and pudding mix. Mix in the eggs, 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup oil and 1/2 cup rum. Blend well.
4. Pour batter over nuts in the pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
5. To make the glaze: In a saucepan, combine the butter, 1/4 cup water and 1 cup sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat and continue to boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
6. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in 1/2 cup rum.
7. Prick holes in the top of the cake with a toothpick. Pour glaze over the top of the cooled cake.
8. Allow the cake to absorb the glaze and repeat until all the glaze is used.

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