AUNT GRACE'S RUM CAKE

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I always knew it was something special when mom would make this. Around the holidays or when family was coming for a visit. When we were little we thought we were being so naughty because of the rum. Tons of good memories with this one.

Provided by Carol Thompson

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 c sifted flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking powder
SIFT THESE 4 INGREDIENTS TOGETHER--2 TIMES
1/2 c butter
4 eggs
2 tsp vanilla
2 c sugar
1 c buttermilk
2 tsp rum extract
RUM CAKE GLAZE
1 c sugar
1/4 c water
1/2 c butter
BRING TO BOIL- LET COOL TO WARM
WHEN WARM ADD THESE:
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp rum extract

Steps:

  • 1. Cream together butter and sugar, add eggs one at a time, beating well after each egg.
  • 2. Add buttermilk alternately with dry ingredients.
  • 3. Bake in slow oven 325 degrees for 1 hour (may take longer depending on your oven)in well greased & floured bundt pan.
  • 4. Let cake cool slightly before turning out of the pan. Use pastry brush to apply glaze to slightly warm cake.

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