Best 6 Cuba Libre Cake Recipes

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In the realm of delectable desserts, the "Cuba Libre Cake" stands as a testament to the harmonious fusion of unexpected ingredients. Inspired by the iconic Cuban cocktail, this tantalizing culinary creation captivates the senses with its intriguing blend of citrusy freshness, aromatic spices, and a hint of rum, all wrapped in a moist and tender crumb. As you embark on this culinary adventure, prepare to uncover the secrets behind crafting this remarkable cake, ensuring that your taste buds embark on a journey of pure delight. From gathering the finest ingredients to mastering the art of balancing flavors, this guide will guide you through every step, empowering you to create a masterpiece that will leave your loved ones clamoring for more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CLASSIC CUBA LIBRE



Classic Cuba Libre image

Does it get any easier than this? It's rum and a cola beverage with a splash of lime.

Provided by c-biskit

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Rum Drinks Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 ice cubes
2 fluid ounces rum
4 fluid ounces cola
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, or to taste

Steps:

  • Fill a 12-ounce glass with ice cubes. Pour the rum and cola beverage into the glass. Stir in the lime juice, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 6.1 mg, Sugar 13.4 g

ROSIE SCHAAP'S CUBA LIBRE



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Real cane cola makes a difference in this classic highball. Try to find Mexican Coca-Cola or Boylan sugar cane cola if you can.

Provided by Rosie Schaap

Time 5m

Yield 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 to 3 ounces light rum
Cola (preferably cane cola, such as Mexican Coca-Cola or Boylan), to fill
Squeeze of lime, plus a lime wedge for garnish

Steps:

  • Fill a highball glass with ice and add rum, cola to fill and squeeze of lime. Garnish with a wedge of lime.

CUBA LIBRE CAKE



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Make and share this Cuba Libre Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Aguslawa

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h2m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 eggs
3 cups white flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
3 1/2 cups brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla sugar
1 cup cooking oil
1 cup Coke
1/2 cup lime juice
1/2 cup rum

Steps:

  • Mix eggs with 1.5 cups brown and 2 teaspoons vanilla sugar. Add the flour gradually.
  • Add the cooking oil and baking soda and mix well.
  • Divide the dough into two halves. Add the coke to the one part, and lime juice with rum to the other.
  • Pour the doughs into a baking tin - a blob of coke dough, a blob of lime/rum dough onto it, and so it goes until the tin is full.
  • Bake in the oven preheated to 200 °C for about 50 minutes. After first 20 minutes turn the temperature down to 180 °C.
  • Meanwhile, put 2 cups of brown sugar into a pot and melt it. Pour the melted sugar onto the hot cake, making uneven splots. Cut when cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 579.8, Fat 20.5, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 77.5, Sodium 180.4, Carbohydrate 89.7, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 64.4, Protein 6

CUBA LIBRE



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Make and share this Cuba Libre recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gay Gilmore

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 lime
2 fluid ounces rum
4 fluid ounces cola

Steps:

  • Squeeze the lime into a Collins glass and drop in the lime shells.
  • Pound them a bit.
  • Fill the glass with ice.
  • Add the rum.
  • Top with cola.

CUBA LIBRE



Cuba Libre image

Provided by Jesse Mckinley

Categories     cocktails

Time 2m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 ounces Coca-Cola
1 ounce rum
1/2 ounce gin
2 dashes bitters
1/4 lime
Dash of club soda

Steps:

  • Mix the Coca-Cola, rum and gin in a highball glass. Add the bitters, and squeeze in the juice from the lime. Top off with the club soda to add bubbles.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 143, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 4 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

CUBA LIBRE



Cuba Libre image

A classic Cuban cocktail of rum, cola, lime and ice. Pour into a tall glass for the ultimate refreshing long cocktail

Provided by Miriam Nice

Categories     Cocktails, Drink

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ lime
50ml rum , we used white rum
100ml cola
ice

Steps:

  • Cut ½ a lime into four small wedges. Squeeze the juice from two of the wedges into a tall glass. Drop the remaining wedges into the glass and fill with ice. Pour in the rum then fill up with cola and stir gently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Sodium 0.01 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • For a classic Cuba Libre cocktail, use light rum, lime juice, simple syrup, and cola.
  • To make a non-alcoholic version of the Cuba Libre cake, omit the rum and use pineapple juice instead.
  • For a more intense flavor, use dark rum instead of light rum.
  • If you don't have simple syrup, you can make your own by dissolving 1 cup of sugar in 1 cup of boiling water.
  • To make the cake ahead of time, bake it and let it cool completely. Then, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

The Cuba Libre cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover rum and lime juice, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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