King's Crown Butter Rum Cake from Scratch

Elevate your dessert game with the decadent King's Crown Butter Rum Cake from Scratch—a moist and buttery bundt cake infused with the warm, sophisticated flavor of dark rum. This made-from-scratch masterpiece is crowned with a luscious glaze of melted butter, powdered sugar, and more dark rum, creating a golden, glossy finish that seeps into every bite. Perfectly balanced with hints of vanilla and a subtle richness, this cake is as regal as its name suggests! Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or indulging in an everyday treat, this dazzling butter rum cake is guaranteed to impress. Serve it as the centerpiece of your dessert table and watch it disappear with every slice. With its fluffy texture, bold flavors, and from-scratch charm, this cake truly takes the crown!

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 1.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 4 Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.5 cup Dark rum
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons Dark rum (for glaze)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour a bundt pan thoroughly and set it aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition until fully incorporated. Mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Use low speed to ensure the batter is smooth without overmixing.

Step 6

Stir in the dark rum until evenly incorporated into the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Give the pan a gentle shake to remove air bubbles.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

While the cake bakes, prepare the glaze. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter. Stir in the powdered sugar and whisk until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the dark rum and vanilla extract. Let the glaze cool slightly.

Step 10

Once the cake is done, allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack.

Step 11

Using a skewer or fork, poke small holes across the top of the cake. Spoon the glaze evenly over the warm cake, allowing it to seep into the holes and coat the crown of the cake beautifully.

Step 12

Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving. Enjoy your King's Crown Butter Rum Cake, crowned with buttery richness!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1421.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5309.4

Total Fat 249.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 156.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 671.7mg	0%
Sodium 2215.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 656.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 421.7g
Protein 41.4g	0%

Vitamin D 260.5IU	0%
Calcium 403.7mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 755.0mg	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: 44.6%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 52.1%