Rum cake soak

Rum is a great complement to any dessert, but it pairs especially well with coconut and citrus cakes. Dark rum is best for this soak, as it ages longer in barrels and develops a deeper flavor. However, other varieties are also suitable for this soak.

Nutritional value per serving
169.2 kcal
  • Proteins: 1.4 g
  • Fats: 4.7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 51.4 g
*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients
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    It will work even if you're making it for the first time. Not just this dish, but your first time ever.
  • Number of servings: 1
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Rum cake soak
Ingredients
Servings
  • Butter
    100 G
  • Water
    100 ml
  • Sugar
    150 G
  • Salt
    1 pinch
  • Rum
    100 ml
Preparation

Step 1

Place butter, sugar and salt in a saucepan with a thick bottom and high edges.

Step 2

Heat over medium heat and as soon as the butter begins to melt, pour in the water.

Step 3

Cook, stirring frequently, until all ingredients are completely dissolved. Make sure the pan heats evenly, but don't let the mixture boil. This is important because otherwise the oil will burn and impart an unpleasant flavor to the dressing.

Step 4

Turn off the heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Then add the rum and stir quickly. The syrup will begin to bubble slightly. This is normal.

Step 5

The rum cake glaze is ready. Let it cool completely at room temperature and use it to moisten desserts. Or use it immediately if the recipe calls for it.

Adjust the rum flavor
In this recipe, the rich rum aroma will remain after the sponge cake has soaked. If you add the alcohol while the syrup is cooking and let it simmer for a couple of minutes, it will leave only light, delicate notes as it soaks the cake layers.
Can be replaced
Instead of rum, you can use whiskey, cognac, or brandy. Any aromatic spirit will do. The main thing is that it's reasonably expensive and high-quality, without the unpleasant odor of fusel oils.

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