Best 3 Caribbean Coconut Rum Cake Recipes

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In the realm of Caribbean cuisine, the Caribbean coconut rum cake stands as a culinary masterpiece, a harmonious blend of flavors that transport taste buds to a tropical paradise. This delectable cake, steeped in history and tradition, is a celebration of the Caribbean's vibrant culture and diverse culinary heritage. It is a journey of flavors, textures, and aromas, where the warmth of rum, the sweetness of coconut, and the richness of spices dance together in a symphony of delight. With its golden-brown crust, moist and tender crumb, and enticing aroma, the Caribbean coconut rum cake is a culinary treasure that embodies the spirit of the Caribbean and leaves an everlasting impression on the senses.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

COCONUT RUM CAKE



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This Coconut Rum Cake adds even more Caribbean flavor to the classic cake recipe with the sweet infusion of coconut and a buttery glaze.

Provided by Rebecca Hubbell

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup shredded coconut
1 (18.25-oz.) box yellow cake mix
1 (3.4-oz.) box instant vanilla pudding mix
4 large eggs
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup dark rum
1/4 cup coconut rum
1/2 cup salted butter
1/4 cup water
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup coconut rum
1/4 cup Appleton Special Rum

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F and grease and flour a 10-inch Bundt pan. Sprinkle the shredded coconut evenly over the bottom of the pan.
  • Sift the cake mix and pudding mix into a large bowl or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Add in the eggs, water, oil, and rums and beat until fully incorporated. Pour batter over the coconut in the pan.
  • Bake for 1 hour or until a cake tester inserted into the cake comes out clean.
  • During the last 10 minutes or so that the cake is baking, prepare the glaze. In a saucepan, combine the butter, water, and sugar and bring to a boil over medium heat. Continue to boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in the rum.
  • Use a skewer to poke holes all over the bottom of the cake while in the pan, then pour the glaze all over the cake while both are still hot. Be careful not to let it overflow the pan.
  • Let the cake cool and soak for at least 2 hours before removing from the pan. DO NOT refrigerate. After the cake has cooled, use a small rubber spatula to loosen it from the sides of the pan, then gently flip it onto a serving dish and remove it from the pan. Be patient and let gravity do it's thing, the cake is a little sticky and is slow to come out.
  • Once plated, leave plain, dust with powdered sugar, or top with icing and toasted coconut if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 kcal, Carbohydrate 19 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 100 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 18 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CARIBBEAN COCONUT RUM CAKE



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My take on those boozy treats that weigh down suitcases returning from Jamaica, this moist cake packs a rum punch. You may wish to card your guests before serving. The longer the rum soaks in, the better-overnight is best. -Jenn Hall, Collingswood, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon coconut extract
3/4 cup amber rum
3/4 cup whole milk
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
SYRUP:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
Dash salt
1/2 cup amber rum
1 teaspoon coconut extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extract. In a small bowl, combine rum and milk. In a large bowl, whisk flour, pudding mix, cornstarch, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with rum mixture, beating well after each addition., Transfer to a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Cool 10 minutes. Remove from pan briefly to prevent sticking; replace in pan. Cool on wire rack., Meanwhile, for syrup, heat butter, water, sugar and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; add rum and extract., Using a small skewer, poke holes in cake. Slowly pour syrup over cake until it's all absorbed. Cover; let stand overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 823mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

COCONUT RUM CAKE



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This buttery, coconut-flavored rum cake puts a tasty twist on a rum cake. For better results, let sit overnight to let the flavors meld.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Cake Mix Cake Recipes     Coconut Cake

Time 1h35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 15

nonstick cooking spray
½ cup pecans, chopped
½ cup sweetened flaked coconut, toasted
1 (15.25 ounce) package butter cake mix
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant coconut cream pudding mix
4 large eggs
½ cup coconut-flavored rum (such as Malibu®)
½ cup coconut milk beverage (such as Silk®)
½ cup coconut oil, melted
1 teaspoon coconut extract
½ cup butter
½ cup coconut-flavored rum
½ cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a fluted tube pan (such as Bundt®) with cooking spray.
  • Stir pecans and coconut together. Spread evenly in the prepared Bundt® pan.
  • Combine cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, rum, coconut milk, coconut oil, and coconut extract in a bowl and beat with an electric mixer for 3 minutes, or until well incorporated, about 3 minutes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 45 to 55 minutes. Set on a wire rack until completely cooled, about 30 minutes. Run a table knife around the edges of pan to loosen cake. Invert carefully onto a serving plate.
  • While cake is cooling make glaze. Combine butter, rum, sugar, brown sugar and water in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes.
  • Using a skewer, poke holes throughout cake. Carefully spoon glaze over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.1 g, Cholesterol 70.8 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 309.1 mg, Sugar 31 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients, especially the rum. A good quality rum will give your cake a richer flavor.
  • Make sure all of your ingredients are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help the cake to rise evenly.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

This Caribbean Coconut Rum Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. The cake is moist and flavorful, with a hint of coconut and rum. The frosting is rich and creamy, and it complements the cake perfectly. Whether you're serving it for a special occasion or just for a weekend treat, this cake is sure to be a hit.

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