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Home » Type » Breads » Quick Breads » Butter-Rum Brown Sugar Cake

Butter-Rum Brown Sugar Cake

December 23, 2011 by Faith 27 Comments

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Does anyone remember butter rum flavored Life Savers candy? (By the way, what happened to those? I haven’t seen them in years.) When I was a kid, my grandmother always used to have a roll (or two) tucked away in her purse, and they made an exceptional (albeit, very rare) treat when my sister and I could convince my mom to let my grandmother give us one! (I guess my mom ran a pretty tight ship, lol.)

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Because of that candy, butter-rum is one of my favorite flavors, and I thought why not turn it into a cake? With its moist, dense texture and buttery flavor, this cake is very similar to pound cake but with the added lovely aroma and flavor of butter-rum. Topped with whipped cream or a drizzle of maple syrup, it makes a lovely holiday dessert, or eaten as-is, it’s a wonderful afternoon treat with a cup of tea.

I’m going to be taking a little break from blogging for the holidays, but I plan to be back around the first of the year (I might sneak in a post before then if I get the chance though!).

I’m wishing all of you a joyous time with family and friends…Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 

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Butter-Rum Brown Sugar Cake
Prep time:  8 mins
Cook time:  30 mins
Total time:  38 mins
Yield: 3 mini loaves (the mini loaf pans I use are 5¾ inches long X 3 inches wide X 2 inches deep); makes about 12 servings
 
Ingredients
  • ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, at room temperature, plus a little more to grease the pans
  • 1 cup (215 g) brown sugar, lightly packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon butter-flavored extract
  • 1 teaspoon rum-flavored extract
  • ½ cup (120 ml) milk
  • 2 cups (255 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350F; lightly grease 3 mini loaf pans with butter.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat together the butter, brown sugar, eggs, and extracts until light and fluffy, then beat in the milk.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk or sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet, being careful not to over-mix.
  5. Divide the batter between the 3 loaf pans and bake until golden, about 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted inside comes out clean or with just a couple crumbs.
  6. Cool 10 minutes in the pans, then remove from the pans and transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.
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Filed Under: Christmas, Quick Breads Tagged: Brown Sugar, Butter-Rum Flavor, Cake, Christmas, Desserts, Festive, Holidays, Life Savers Candy, Pound Cake, Recipes, Treats

Comments

  1. nancy at good food matters says

    December 29, 2011 at 2:55 pm

    Ha! I remember those Life Savers–but I’d much rather have your Butter Rum Cake! So good-

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  2. Magic of Spice says

    December 29, 2011 at 12:11 pm

    Butter rum flavored Life Savers, wow I have not thought about those in forever…I loved them too :) And I love this cake…delightful!
    I hope you had a wonderful Christmas :)

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  3. Patty Price says

    December 28, 2011 at 12:34 pm

    A belated Merry Christmas to you! I love the flavors in your gorgeous bread, way better than the candy which is pretty good too!

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  4. Blond Duck says

    December 27, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    I hope you had a magical Christmas!

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  5. [email protected] says

    December 27, 2011 at 11:52 am

    Happy Holidays Faith ;) Hope you’ve had lots of fun!

    Love anything made out of brown sugar hehe and with run perfect!

    Looking forward to your book and other great posts in the new year!

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  6. Joyti says

    December 27, 2011 at 3:57 am

    Ooo, that cake looks divine. The flavors sound delicious, and the texture looks perfect.
    Oh, and happy holidays!

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  7. Cap'm says

    December 27, 2011 at 2:47 am

    Butter-Rum Brown Sugar Cake & Merry Christmas to you too! :7)

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  8. grace says

    December 26, 2011 at 8:07 am

    butter-rum is one of those flavors that i always find pleasant, regardless of the fact that i can barely tolerate the taste of rum! this is a delightful cake, faith. :)

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  9. Angie's Recipes says

    December 26, 2011 at 1:04 am

    Moist and light! I would love a slice now for the breakfast!
    Merry Christmas to you and yours!
    Angie

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  10. Carolyn Jung says

    December 25, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    I DO remember that flavor of Lifesavers. What a nostalgic taste memory. As much as I loved those hard candies, I think I love this cake even more. Merry Christmas to you! ;)

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  11. Alyssa (Everyday Maven) says

    December 25, 2011 at 12:12 am

    I remember those candies – they were my favorite. My grandmother always had them as well – tucked into her robe pocket with tissues. so funny! Merry Christmas Faith!!

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  12. Betty @ scrambled hen fruit says

    December 24, 2011 at 11:33 pm

    I do remember butter rum lifesavers! They were my mother in law’s very favorite and she always kept a roll of them handy. I think of her every time I taste that distinctive flavor. :) I hope you and yours have a very Merry Christmas and all the blessings of the season! :)

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  13. Hannah says

    December 24, 2011 at 6:14 pm

    Looks like one gorgeous cake! Texture is everything for pound cake, and I’d say you’ve nailed it here. I’ve never seen said Lifer Savers, but I’m willing to bet your cakes are at least 20x better, no contest. :)

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  14. Marla says

    December 24, 2011 at 5:02 pm

    I do remember those Life Savers and loved ’em! So happy you made a cake that mimics that flavor. Happy Holidays Faith & I look forward to see what you will be posting in the new year. xo

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  15. Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella says

    December 24, 2011 at 4:30 pm

    What a divine creation! Merry Christmas Faith! I hope that you had a wonderful break-you definitely deserve it! :D

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  16. [email protected] says

    December 24, 2011 at 7:51 am

    This cake looks really homey, fluffy and fulfilling, Happy Christmas

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  17. Michele | Cooking At Home says

    December 24, 2011 at 7:18 am

    I still buy butter rum lifesavers for my 95-year old mom. They come in bags in the candy aisle. This cake looks perfect for Christmas morning! Merry Christmas.

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  18. Joanne says

    December 24, 2011 at 6:45 am

    YES I remember those and they were my favorite lifesaver flavor! My grandpa always used to have the peppermint ones with him though. Still good, but not as fun.

    This pound cake sounds delicious! I’m sure it would give me a flashback to the flavor of yore.

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  19. [email protected] says

    December 23, 2011 at 8:31 pm

    What a great pound cake. I remember making hot buttered rums. Merry Christmas to you. Happy eating over holidays.

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  20. BeadedTail says

    December 23, 2011 at 3:03 pm

    I haven’t thought of that candy is a long time but I loved it too! The cake looks so good too! I hope you and your family has a very Merry Christmas!

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  21. Katerina says

    December 23, 2011 at 2:39 pm

    Merry Christmas Faith, have a great time with your loved ones and get back fresh and full of energy! The cake as always superb!

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  22. Lucy says

    December 23, 2011 at 11:35 am

    This cake looks like perfect for the festive season! Hope you have a fabulous Christmas, look forward to reading more in 2012!

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  23. Hannah says

    December 23, 2011 at 10:55 am

    I hope you have a Merry Christmas and very Happy New Year! There are wonderful (and sweet!) things ahead in 2012 for you, I can promise you that. :)

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  24. deana says

    December 23, 2011 at 9:04 am

    Have a merry Christmas, Faith!!!

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  25. Rosa says

    December 23, 2011 at 6:54 am

    A wonderful cake!

    Merry Christmas!

    Cheers,

    Rosa

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  26. Amy (Savory Moments) says

    December 23, 2011 at 6:53 am

    I totally remember those lifesavers! This cake looks quite delicious. Happy Holidays!

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  27. Erica says

    December 23, 2011 at 6:49 am

    I used to loveee those lifesavors-totally forgot about them! Te bread looks just perfect-I would like a slice for breakfast! happy holidays!!!!!!

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