Chocolate Rum Cake

Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of this Chocolate Rum Cake, a dessert that’s equal parts sophisticated and irresistible. Perfectly moist and deeply chocolaty, this bundt cake is elevated with the warm, aromatic essence of dark rum, making it an ideal choice for special occasions or as a crowd-pleasing treat. The luscious glaze, made from melted chocolate chips, butter, powdered sugar, and a splash of rum, adds a glossy finish that’s as visually captivating as it is delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep and a straightforward baking process, this cake is as simple to make as it is impressive to serve. Whether you’re entertaining or craving an indulgent dessert, this Chocolate Rum Cake delivers a show-stopping combination of flavor and elegance that’s sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.75 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 Eggs
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Dark rum
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup Dark rum (for glaze)
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch bundt pan or round cake pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.

Step 4

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until combined.

Step 5

Stir in the dark rum until the batter is smooth.

Step 6

Gradually add the boiling water to the batter, mixing well. The batter will be thin.

Step 7

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan.

Step 8

Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

For the glaze, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat.

Step 11

Stir in the powdered sugar, dark rum, and heavy cream, and whisk until smooth.

Step 12

Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips until melted and glossy.

Step 13

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake and let it set for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1893.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5328.2

Total Fat 221.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 68.6g
Cholesterol 508.3mg	0%
Sodium 5194.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 778.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 76.6g	0%
Total Sugars 495.9g
Protein 82.9g	0%

Vitamin D 189.4IU	0%
Calcium 643.4mg	0%
Iron 43.7mg	0%
Potassium 3880.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.7%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 57.2%