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

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