Rum Raisin Pound Cake

Rum raisin pound cake is a classic dessert that originated in the United States and is often enjoyed during the holiday season.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Rum Raisin Pound Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 3 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₄ cup Dark rum
• ¹⁄₂ cup Whole milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Raisins
• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the rum and milk.
5. Fold in the raisins.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 16g25%

Total Carbohydrate 46g16%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.