Best 8 Island Plunder Rum Cake Recipes

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Embrace the Caribbean spirit with our tantalizing Island Plunder Rum Cake recipe, a delightful symphony of flavors that captures the essence of tropical paradise. This boozy delight is not just a cake; it's an immersive experience that transports you to a sun-kissed beach with every bite.

Indulge in our classic rum cake recipe, a time-honored tradition passed down through generations. Drenched in a luscious rum glaze, this cake is a symphony of moist texture and rich, aromatic flavors.

For those seeking a decadent twist, our chocolate rum cake recipe is a chocolate lover's dream. Imagine layers of moist chocolate cake infused with the warmth of rum, topped with a velvety chocolate ganache. It's a match made in dessert heaven.

If you prefer a lighter option, our coconut rum cake recipe is a tropical delight. Picture a moist coconut cake infused with the essence of rum, topped with a fluffy coconut frosting. It's a taste of paradise in every bite.

For a unique twist on a classic, our pineapple rum cake recipe is a burst of tropical sunshine. This moist pineapple cake is infused with rum and topped with a sweet pineapple glaze. It's a perfect blend of tangy and sweet flavors.

And for those who love a boozy kick, our spiked rum cake recipe is a party in a cake. Imagine a classic rum cake infused with extra rum for a potent and flavorful experience. It's the perfect dessert to end a festive gathering.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TORTUGA CAYMAN ISLAND RUM CAKE



Tortuga Cayman Island Rum Cake image

The Tortuga Rum Cake story officially began in 1987. That's when Carlene Hamaty started baking rum cakes at home, using a family recipe that had been handed down through generations. She of course used Tortuga Rum as the main ingredient. This recipe is an approximation of the original.

Provided by wwiggins

Categories     Desserts

Time 2h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package Yellow cake mix
1 package Vanilla pudding instant
1/2 cup Vegetable oil
1/4 cup Water
1 cup Walnuts chopped
4 large Eggs
3/4 cup Tortuga Gold Rum
1/4 cup Water
1/4 cup Tortuga Gold Rum
1 cup Sugar
1 stick Butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325? F. Lightly grease and flour a bundt pan. Sprinkle walnuts over the bottom of the pan. Blend the dry cake mix, dry pudding mix, water, rum, oil and eggs for 2 minutes. Pour the batter over the walnuts in the pan and bake for 1 hour. Prepare the Glaze 10 minutes before cake is finished baking. Combine water rum, water sugar and butter in to sauce pan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until boiling. Boil for 2 minutes stiring occasionally. Remove cake from oven. While in pan, gently stab cake with sharp knife. Slowly pour sauce over cake (will look like too much sauce, but cake will absorb it) Let the cake cool in the pan for 30 minutes before removing from pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 549 calories, Fat 24.944408125 g, Carbohydrate 64.54020625 g, Cholesterol 280.241875 mg, Fiber 0.877750022411346 g, Protein 11.26434375 g, SaturatedFat 6.76317042246875 g, ServingSize 1 1 Serving (174g), Sodium 303.09321875 mg, Sugar 63.6624562275886 g, TransFat 2.14891548469375 g

PUERTO RICAN PINEAPPLE RUM CAKE



Puerto Rican Pineapple Rum Cake image

Chef Kris Wessel of Florida Cookery in Miami Beach, Florida, shared this recipe as part of a Palm Tree Christmas menu he created exclusively for Epicurious. At Wessel family Christmases at Grandmother Esther's house in Miami Beach, the main courses were Florida-centric, but the desserts were not. This particular rum cake was often served by one of Wessel's aunts. "I think all the Irish side of our family loved it because it was loaded with rum," he says, joking that they'd often add more to the glaze than the recipe called for. The alcohol will burn off, but you can also omit the rum glaze and just serve with ice cream.

Provided by Kris Wessel

Categories     Cake     Rum     Fruit     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Tropical Fruit     Pineapple     Pecan     Birthday     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 12 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

For the glaze and the pineapples:
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 1/2 cups dark rum
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/2 pineapple, cored and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
For the cake:
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon dark rum
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup crushed pecans
Vanilla ice cream for serving
Special Equipment
1 (9-inch) square cake pan

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat to 350°F.
  • Make the glaze and pineapples:
  • In a small saucepan over moderate heat, combine the brown sugar and 1 cup rum, and bring to a simmer. Continue simmering, stirring occasionally, until reduced by about 1/3. Whisk in the butter. Add the pineapple slices, gently stirring to coat them in the glaze, then let them sit for about 3 minutes. Transfer the pineapple slices to the bottom of a 9-inch square cake pan, arranging them to cover the bottom.
  • Make the cake:
  • In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, combine the butter and sugar and beat on high until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs, one at a time, and beat on medium until fully incorporated. Add the vanilla and rum, and beat for 30 seconds. Fold in the flour and salt. Scrape the batter (it will be thick) over the pineapples in the pan. Sprinkle the pecans over the batter and bake until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean, about 1 hour and 10 minutes. Let the cake cool on a rack for 15 minutes then flip it onto a serving plate so that the pineapples are on top. DO AHEAD: The cake be baked in advance, covered, and kept at room temperature up to 10 hours.
  • To serve:
  • In a small saucepan over moderate heat, combine the rum glaze and the remaining 1/2 cup rum and warm until heated through. Cut the cake into squares and serve with vanilla ice cream and warm rum glaze.

ISLAND RUM CAKE



Island Rum Cake image

A family friend used to make this at Christmas. Very good!

Provided by Adrienne May @sonflowergirl74

Categories     Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup(s) chopped pecans
1 - yellow cake mix
1 package(s) vanilla instant pudding small
4 - eggs
1/2 cup(s) vegetable oil
1/2 cup(s) water
1/2 cup(s) dark rum
GLAZE
1 1/2 stick(s) butter
1/4 cup(s) water
1 cup(s) sugar
1/2 cup(s) dark rum

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 325
  • Grease and flour a 12 cup bundt pan. Sprinkle chopped pecans evenly on bottom of pan.
  • In large bowl, mix cake mix, eggs, pudding, oil and water together. Stir in 1/2 cup rum. Pour batter over nuts in bundt pan and bake on middle rack of oven for 1 hour.
  • When cake is done, remove from oven and set on a rack to cool.
  • While cake is cooling, prepare glaze: melt butter in saucepan. Add water and sugar. Boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Allow to cool and stir in rum.
  • When cake is cool, invert onto serving plate. Prick top and sides of cake with a toothpick and drizzle glaze evenly over top of cake allowing it to soak in.

ISLAND COCONUT CAKE



Island Coconut Cake image

Make and share this Island Coconut Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Cookin In Texas

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/2 cup oil
4 eggs, separated
1 teaspoon lemon rind, grated
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup water
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups milk
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon lemon rind
2 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold milk or 2 tablespoons coconut milk
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup whipping cream, whipped
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
3 tablespoons powdered sugar
2 cups angel flake coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • CAKE:
  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • In a mixing bowl combine oil, egg yolks, lemon rind, vanilla and water.
  • In a separate bowl, combine sugar, flour, baking powder and salt.
  • Add the dry mixture to the liquid ingredients and mix until smooth.
  • Beat egg whites until stiff. Fold egg whites gently into batter, pour into a greased spring form pan.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes or until cake is done.
  • Remove cake cool then cut into three layers.
  • CUSTARD FILLING:.
  • In a saucepan combine milk, sugar, vanilla and lemon rind, Bring mixture to a boil.
  • In a small bowl combine cornstarch with milk and eggs.
  • Add 1/2 cup of hot milk mixture to cornstarch mixture.
  • Slowly add remaining mixture into hot milk, let cool.
  • Spread custard between cake layers.
  • WHIPPED CREAM:.
  • In bowl add already whipped, whipped cream, fold in vanilla and powdered sugar.
  • Frost top and sides of cake with the whipped cream.
  • Sprinkle entire cake with the toasted coconut and chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.1, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 13.5, Cholesterol 151.5, Sodium 297.5, Carbohydrate 56.2, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 38.9, Protein 7.8

ALMOST TORTUGA RUM CAKE



Almost Tortuga Rum Cake image

Next best to the original! On our visit to the Caribbean, we brought home the best Rum Cake I've ever had.... in fact it's the very best of all cakes I've ever had!!! I then thought I'd send for some to be shipped to us and found the price to be $35 for the med. size ( I paid $18 on the Island) So my search for the recipe began! You can not purchase Tortuga Rum ANYWHERE except in the Caribbean - Whaler's Vanille Rum should be a close match. This next best copy-cat comes from Newsgroup Rec.food.recipes.

Provided by Heart N Soul

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups cake flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, cut into bits
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package vanilla instant pudding mix
1/2 cup milk
4 eggs
1/2 cup whaler vanille rum (Hawaiian-style rum)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup butter (do not substitute)
1/4 cup water
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup whaler vanille rum (Hawaiian-style rum)

Steps:

  • Basic Cake Mix: In a large mixing bowl, combine basic cake mix ingredients.
  • On low speed combine ingredients until the mix is the consistency of fine gravel, and all particles are about the same size.
  • This mix may be contained and stored for up to 3 months in the refrigerator.
  • For the Cake:.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Spray a large Bundt pan (12 cup) with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle the chopped walnuts on the bottom.
  • Place Basic Cake Mix, pudding mix, milk, eggs, rum, oil, and vanilla extract in a large bowl and combine on medium speed with electric mixer for 2 to 3 minutes, scrape down the bowl halfway through.
  • Batter should be very smooth.
  • Pour into Bundt pan.
  • Bake for about 55 minutes- until fully golden and tester comes out clean and cake springs back.
  • Remove from oven and place on a cooling rack while making the soaking glaze.
  • Rum Soaking Glaze:.
  • Combine butter, water and sugar in a small saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil carefully as mixture boils over very easily.
  • Reduce to a simmer and cook until sugar is dissolved and syrup is well combined and a little thicker.
  • Remove from the heat and add the rum, mix to combine.
  • While cake is still cooling, pour some of the hot syrup on top of the cake, allowing it time to soak in (this may take a few minutes as there will be a lot of syrup) continue to add syrup until all of the syrup is added.
  • Allow cake to cool completerly in pan before turning out onto serving platter.
  • This cake is delicate, so once it is turned out, it can not be moved around easily.
  • Can be eaten when fully cool, but even better the next day!

COCONUT RUM CAKE



Coconut Rum Cake image

From Epicurious...Though the presentation of this cake- all white-glazed and topped with undulating ribbons of toasted coconut-will take everyone's breath away, we promise that it will only get better from there. (And the cake's rich, coconutty, rum-nipped flavor will never hint that it was a one-bowl effort.)

Provided by CaliforniaJan

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs, plus 3 large yolks
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
3/4 cup cream of coconut, well-stirred (such as Coco Lopez)
1 medium coconut
2 teaspoons confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons cream of coconut, well-stirred
2 tablespoons dark rum
3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Make cake:.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle. Lightly butter cake pan and line bottom with a round of parchment paper. Lightly butter parchment, then flour pan.
  • Whisk together flour (1 1/4 cups), baking powder, and salt.
  • Whisk together whole eggs and yolks, sugar, and vanilla in a large bowl. Gradually whisk in flour mixture until combined, then whisk in butter until just combined. Pour into cake pan and rap pan on counter to expel air bubbles.
  • Bake until golden brown and cake starts to pull away from side of pan, about 45 minutes. Cool in pan on a rack 10 minutes. (Leave oven on.) Invert cake onto rack (discard parchment) and cool 10 minutes more. Generously brush top and side of warm cake with cream of coconut, allowing it to soak in before brushing on more. Cool completely.
  • Make coconut slivers as cake cools:.
  • Pierce softest eye of coconut with a small screwdriver, then drain and discard liquid. Bake coconut in a shallow baking pan 15 minutes. (Leave oven on.) Break shell with a hammer, then pry flesh from shell with screwdriver.
  • Thinly shave enough coconut with slicer to measure 2 cups and toss with confectioners sugar, then spread in 1 layer on a baking sheet. Bake until just dry but not golden (some tips may color), 5 to 10 minutes. (Shave and bake remaining coconut with more confectioners sugar to serve on the side, or freeze for another use.) Cool coconut completely. (It will crisp as it cools.).
  • Make icing:.
  • Beat together cream cheese, cream of coconut, rum, vanilla, and 2 tablespoons cream with an electric mixer until smooth, then beat in confectioners sugar. Icing should be smooth and slightly runny; stir in remaining tablespoon cream if necessary.
  • Smooth icing over top of cooled cake, allowing some to drip over side, then top with coconut slivers.
  • Cooks' notes: Cake can be baked 1 day ahead and soaked with cream of coconut, then kept in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • Cake can be iced 2 hours ahead.
  • Coconut slivers can be made 1 day ahead and kept in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 603.3, Fat 28.8, SaturatedFat 19.1, Cholesterol 149.9, Sodium 211.1, Carbohydrate 79.9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 63.8, Protein 6.2

PINEAPPLE COCONUT RUM CAKE



Pineapple Coconut Rum Cake image

I went to make my traditional rum cake the other night and was out of regular rum, so I improvised with this. It came out really good. My husband said it tasted like summer.

Provided by Jaime Burris

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h17m

Yield 1 cake, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (18 ounce) Duncan Hines Moist Deluxe yellow cake mix
1/2 cup butter
1 cup powdered sugar
2/3 cup coconut rum
4 eggs
1 (6 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/3 cup water
1 cup crushed pineapple

Steps:

  • Grease and flower a bunt pan.
  • Preheat over to 350°F.
  • Mix together cake mix, 1/3 cup of coconut run, eggs, oil, water, vanilla pudding and drained crushed pineapple in mixer on med speed until smooth. 4. bake for one hour or until cooked through. 5. Glaze:. 6. Place butter, powdered sugar and 1/3 cup of coconut rum in the microwave for 2 minutes or until it boils and all the sugar is dissolved.
  • Leave the cake in the bunt pan.
  • While it is still hot, poke several holes around the cake and pour glaze over all the holes and the whole cake.
  • Let cook completely before you remove.
  • Looks very pretty garnished with strawberries, pineapple rings and other fresh fruit.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 694.2, Fat 30.6, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 137.5, Sodium 842.6, Carbohydrate 89.6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 66.8, Protein 6.2

TROPICAL ISLAND BUNDT® CAKE



Tropical Island Bundt® Cake image

This moist, tropical cake combines coconut and bananas and is topped with a pineapple-butter rum sauce. Perfect for family gatherings, a special dinner party, or a "just because I love you" day.

Provided by Angelina

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, drained and juice reserved, divided
¾ cup water
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
3 eggs
1 teaspoon coconut extract
1 (15.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 (3.5 ounce) package instant coconut cream pudding mix
¾ cup dark brown sugar
⅓ cup heavy cream
¼ cup butter
¼ cup dark rum

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a fluted tube pan (such as Bundt®).
  • Mix bananas, pineapple juice, water, applesauce, eggs, and coconut extract with an electric mixer until well combined. Add cake mix, coconut, and pudding mix; mix on medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 45 to 50 minutes. Let cake cool in the pan.
  • Combine brown sugar, cream, and butter for the sauce in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Add rum and crushed pineapple and boil, stirring occasionally, until it starts to thicken, 4 to 5 minutes. Set aside to cool down.
  • Poke holes all around the top of the cake still in the pan. Pour about 1/3 of the sauce over the cake with a spoon, trying not to get the pineapple during this stage. Place a serving plate on top of the cake pan and invert the cake, holding onto the pan and plate tightly. Pour remaining sauce and pineapples evenly over the cake. Let sit until cake has absorbed the sauce, about 30 minutes. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.9 calories, Carbohydrate 54.4 g, Cholesterol 57 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 336.2 mg, Sugar 37.6 g

Tips:

  • Use quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your cake.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake tough.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help ensure that the cake cooks evenly.
  • Don't overbake the cake. Overbaking can make the cake dry.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature. The cake will stay fresh for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Island Plunder Rum Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cake that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist texture, rich flavor, and boozy glaze, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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