A Warm, Spiced Holiday Classic**
Few desserts capture the cozy spirit of the holiday season quite like gingerbread. Its deep molasses flavor, fragrant spices, and comforting aroma make it a timeless Christmas tradition. But when those beloved gingerbread flavors are transformed into a moist, tender Bundt cake and finished with a glossy dark rum glaze? You suddenly have a show-stopping centerpiece worthy of any holiday table.
This Christmas Gingerbread Bundt Cake with Dark Rum Glaze is everything a festive dessert should be: nostalgic, rich, warmly spiced, elegant, and surprisingly easy to prepare. Whether you’re hosting Christmas dinner, attending a holiday potluck, or simply craving something seasonal to enjoy with a hot cup of tea, this cake is guaranteed to impress.
Below you’ll find a detailed, professional recipe including step-by-step instructions, baking tips for perfect results, ingredient breakdowns, and serving suggestions. By the end, you’ll feel confident enough to make this cake part of your yearly holiday tradition.
🎄 Why You’ll Love This Gingerbread Bundt Cake
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Moist and tender crumb: Thanks to molasses, butter, and brown sugar.
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Perfect holiday spice blend: Warm notes of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and allspice.
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Beautiful Bundt presentation: Looks impressive with minimal effort.
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Dark rum glaze: Adds depth, shine, and a gently boozy Christmas warmth.
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Make-ahead friendly: Even better the next day as flavors deepen.
⭐ Ingredients You’ll Need
Dry Ingredients
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons ground ginger
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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¼ teaspoon allspice
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup packed light brown sugar
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1 cup molasses
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4 large eggs, room temperature
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1 cup water (or strong brewed coffee for deeper flavor)
Dark Rum Glaze
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½ cup unsalted butter
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½ cup granulated sugar
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¼ cup water
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¼ cup dark rum (or substitute with rum extract + water)
