Paula Deen's Rum Pound Cake

Indulge in the rich, buttery decadence of Paula Deen's Rum Pound Cake, a moist and flavorful dessert with a delightfully boozy twist. This classic Bundt cake is made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and eggs, elevated by the addition of dark rum and vanilla extract for a sophisticated depth of flavor. Baked to golden perfection and drenched in a luscious rum glaze, this cake strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and aromatic warmth. Ideal for holiday gatherings or as a show-stopping treat for any occasion, this dessert pairs beautifully with coffee or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. With its tender crumb, irresistible glaze, and Paula Deen’s signature Southern charm, this rum pound cake is a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:70 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 4 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 0.5 cup Dark rum
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (for glaze)
• 0.25 cup Dark rum (for glaze)
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan or spray it with nonstick baking spray.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Step 5

Reduce the mixer speed to low and alternate adding the dry flour mixture and the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined; avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Stir in the dark rum and vanilla extract until evenly incorporated.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared Bundt pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Then carefully invert the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

To prepare the glaze, combine powdered sugar, 1/4 cup butter, 1/4 cup dark rum, and 2 tablespoons water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook and whisk until the butter has melted and the mixture is smooth, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 11

While the cake is still warm, use a skewer or toothpick to poke small holes across the surface of the cake. Spoon the glaze evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak into the holes.

Step 12

Let the cake rest for at least 1 hour to set the glaze fully before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1721.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6224.0

Total Fat 265.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 160.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1402.7mg	0%
Sodium 2007.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 805.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 526.0g
Protein 68.8g	0%

Vitamin D 255.7IU	0%
Calcium 380.3mg	0%
Iron 20.5mg	0%
Potassium 935.3mg	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: 40.6%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 54.7%