How to make the Best Rum Cake.

dark rum

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic rum extract

💰Cheaper: white rum

Non-alcoholic extract provides flavor without alcohol.

dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: raisins

Raisins are more affordable and still provide sweetness.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds flavor while being dairy-free.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Cake flour can yield a lighter texture.

In a mixing bowl, add 1 cup softened butter, 1/2 cup cooking oil, and 1 cup sugar.

Mix everything until it is light and fluffy.

In a separate bowl, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Mix the dry ingredients together.

Add 4 large eggs in batches to the butter mixture, scraping the sides of the mixing bowl as you go.

Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 cup full-fat milk to the mixture.

Gradually add the flour mixture in three batches, mixing well after each addition.

Pour in 1/2 cup rum and mix until combined.

Transfer the batter to a greased baking pan and shape it evenly.

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 50 to 60 minutes.

After baking, let the cake cool in the pan.

To make the rum sauce, melt 1/2 cup butter in a pan over medium heat.

Add 1/2 cup brown sugar and stir until it bubbles and thickens.

Remove from heat and let it cool; it will thicken more as it cools.

Optionally, poke holes in the cake and pour the rum sauce over it.

Transfer the cake to a cooling rack to finish cooling before serving.

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