Caribbean Fusion Rum Cake

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups Granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 2 Eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 cup Milk
• 1/2 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup Dark rum
• 1/2 cup Coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon Lime zest
• 1/2 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup Shredded coconut
• for serving Whipped cream
• for garnish Fresh mint leaves

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. 2.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. 3.Add the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, dark rum, coconut milk, lime zest, and ground nutmeg to the dry ingredients. Mix until well combined.
4. 4.Fold in the shredded coconut.
5. 5.Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. 6.Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. 7.Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. 8.Once the cake has cooled, frost it with whipped cream and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
9. 9.Slice and serve the Caribbean Fusion Rum Cake, and savor the tropical flavors!

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightFor an extra tropical touch, sprinkle some toasted coconut on top of the whipped cream before serving.
• chevron_rightIf you prefer a stronger rum flavor, you can brush the cooled cake with additional dark rum before frosting.
• chevron_rightThis cake pairs perfectly with a refreshing piña colada or a glass of fruity rum punch.