Moist, buttery, and soaked in a luscious rum glaze, this classic Bacardi Rum Cake has been a holiday favorite for generations. Lightly boozy, incredibly tender, and wonderfully aromatic, it’s the kind of dessert that tastes even better the next day as the flavors deepen. Whether you serve it plain, drizzled with glaze, or fully frosted with chocolate ganache like in the photo, this cake always steals the show.
🌟 Introduction: The Magic of Bacardi Rum Cake
Few holiday desserts spark nostalgia quite like a traditional rum cake. With its velvety crumb, buttery warmth, and signature rum-infused glaze, this cake feels like a celebration on its own. Born from Caribbean-inspired baking traditions, rum cake has long been a symbol of festivity, hospitality, and comfort.
This version—made famous by Bacardi—has become a holiday essential in many households because it strikes the perfect balance:
✔ Super easy to prepare (thanks to cake mix + pudding)
✔ Foolproof texture—never dry, always moist
✔ A flavor that deepens beautifully after resting
✔ A glaze that sinks into every corner of the cake
✔ And, of course, that warm hint of rum
You can enjoy it as-is or dress it up with chopped nuts, whipped cream, or a rich chocolate drizzle. The version in your image uses a glossy chocolate glaze and chopped walnuts — a delicious upgrade!
🎂 INGREDIENTS
Cake Ingredients:
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1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional but recommended)
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1 box yellow cake mix (15.25 oz)
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1 box instant vanilla pudding mix (3.4 oz)
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4 large eggs
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½ cup Bacardi Gold rum (or any golden rum)
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½ cup water
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½ cup vegetable oil
Rum Glaze Ingredients:
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½ cup unsalted butter
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1 cup granulated sugar
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¼ cup water
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½ cup Bacardi Gold rum
