Mom's Rum Cake

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Dec 30, 2004

Instead of poking holes in the cake, I poured the glaze into the Bundt pan and merely reinserted the cake into the pan allowing it to absorb all of the glaze. Took about an hour to do so.

—JDVMD

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Dec 16, 2011

I bought 1.5 oz pudding mixes because I didn't have this recipe on me to know what size so I just bought a bunch of the small ones. So I used two small packages of pudding (3 oz total) and even that was WAY too much. The batter is So thick! I was making a bunch of mini Rum Cakes so I wasn't planning on turning them upside down. Now I have to because the batter was so thick that the tops are ugly. No word on the taste yet. I'm sure they'll taste fine. But presentation was key for me this time because I was planning on giving them to co-workers as gifts for Christmas. LESS PUDDING! I'd make more with less pudding but "The Rum's Gone!" Planning on maybe cutting off the tops and turning them upside down? But I don't have pretty paper plates to give them out on... I'll figure something out.

—rdixon571

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Oct 17, 2006

I have to say I have been using this recipe for two years and have gained some noteriety for it. Whenever there is a bake sale or picnic I am asked to bring the rum cake. In fact it fetched $130 at a cake auction ! The glaze is the trickiest part but just keep sttirring and it will thicken. The nuts at the bottom of the cake become soaked with the glaze and many people have told me that is their favorite part. If you like rum- you will LOVE this cake ! YOu can always cut back on the rum in the glaze a bit if you don't like a real strong rum taste. Most of the rum cooks off though, so don't worry about getting drunk by eating this cak.

—SUNDEVILS1

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Jan 28, 2005

This recipe is the best after trying several others. I took not of others suggestions and left the cake in the pan to pour the glaze over and let it soak into the cake. I also used fewer pecans than called for and added about a 1/4 cup brown sugar in the bottom of the pan before pouring the batter in. Finally, do not let the glaze cook too long. It will burn and/or turn to sticky candy. 5 minutes is sufficient on med/high heat! You can not beat this recipe!

—1TRACYJ

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Oct 12, 2007

Thanks Laura for sharing your Mom's very tasty rum cake! I mistakenly added the rum glaze to the bottom of the cake instead of the top. When I turned the cake upright onto a platter, I realized my mistake. I felt I should redeem myself by making more glaze for the top of the cake or no one would be able to taste the rum. Well, obviously doubling the glaze is not necessarily a bad thing, because I had more compliments on that cake than any other I've ever made! Several friends asked if they could take a slice home. I refrigerated my leftover slice and had it the next morning with my coffee. YUM! I liked it even better when it was cold. Yes, I'll be making this one again.

—Nancy

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Dec 21, 2008

This recipe was "the bomb"(meaning great). I followed it exactly to the "tee" and it came out perfect. It looks like a lot of people had trouble with the glaze however, it will come out great but you must dissolve the water and sugar first then add the butter. I split the sugar half brown, half regular and added a teaspoon of vanilla. This cake had a lot of compliments...whew lord, I have a dinner date tonight and I am baking one to take along. I am sure that I will get my man.

—cutest1

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Dec 26, 2003

I used the glaze recipe from this one, as I had already made a yellow cake from scratch. YUM, was this wonderful!!! I reduced the amount of glaze that I allowed to absorb into the cake, and with the glaze I reserved, I spooned onto individual servings of the cake. It was fantastic and I will definitely be making this again :)

—Mumtaz Wangnoo

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Dec 17, 2003

I took this to an office party and it went so fast. I used 160 proof spiced rum. Created holiday spirit for sure.

—LPEREZ1

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Nutrition

Calories
416 kcal
21%

Carbohydrates
50.3 g
16%

Cholesterol
68 mg
23%

Fat
18.9 g
29%

Fiber
0.8 g
3%

Protein
3.8 g
8%

Sodium
381 mg
15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Mom's Rum Cake

Serving Size: 1/14 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 14
Amount Per Serving
** Calories: 416
** Calories from Fat: 170

% Daily Value *
** Total Fat 18.9g 29 %
** Saturated Fat 3.9g 20 %
** Cholesterol 68mg 23 %
** Sodium 381mg 15 %
** Potassium 68mg 2 %
** Total Carbohydrates 50.3g 16 %
** Dietary Fiber 0.8g 3 %
** Protein 3.8g 8 %
** Sugars 35.8g
** Vitamin A 3 %
** Vitamin C < 1 %
** Calcium 8 %
** Iron 9 %
** Thiamin 11 %
** Niacin 12 %
** Vitamin B6 4 %
** Magnesium 4 %
** Folate 26 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.