Best 8 Southern Praline Rum Cake Recipes

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Indulge in the divine Southern Praline Rum Cake, a harmonious blend of sweet, decadent flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic Southern dessert showcases a moist and tender crumb infused with the warmth of brown sugar and molasses, complemented by a luscious praline filling and a glaze made from the finest dark rum. Each bite is a symphony of textures and flavors, from the crunchy praline topping to the velvety smooth filling and the moist, tender cake. This article offers three variations of this delectable cake: the classic Southern Praline Rum Cake, a gluten-free version for those with dietary restrictions, and a boozy version for those who enjoy a more pronounced rum flavor. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes will guide you effortlessly through the process of creating this Southern delight.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SOUTHERN PRALINE RUM CAKE



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A rich, delicious rum cake with praline flavor that is easy to make.

Provided by Connee Conehead

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 c pecans, chopped
1/2 c butter (at room temperature)
2/3 c dark brown sugar, firmly packed
4 large eggs
1 pkg 15.25 oz. super moist butter pecan cake mix
1/3 c cornstarch
1/2 c heavy cream
1/2 c spiced rum
2 tsp vanilla extract
GLAZE
4 Tbsp butter
4 Tbsp water
1/2 c dark brown sugar, firmly packed
1/4 c spiced rum

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • 2. Grease and flour a 12-cup tube pan.
  • 3. Sprinkle pecans evenly into pan.
  • 4. In mixer bowl, at low speed, cream butter and 3/4 cup dark brown sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, stirring after each addition.
  • 5. Combine cake mixr and cornstarch in a medium bowl.
  • 6. Add dry mixture, alternately with heavy cream; mixing well.
  • 7. Stir in 1/2 cup spiced rum and the vanilla extract.
  • 8. Pour evenly into prepared tube pan.
  • 9. Bake for 50 minutes or until cake tester, inserted deeply into cake, comes out clean.
  • 10. Cool in pan for 15 minutes; then turn out onto serving plate.
  • 11. To make glaze, in a small saucepan, over low-medium heat; melt butter.
  • 12. Add water and 1/2 cup dark brown sugar.
  • 13. Stir and watch glaze constantly; when it comes to a boil, remove from heat.
  • 14. Add 1/4 cup spiced rum.
  • 15. With fork, poke holes all over top of cake.
  • 16. Using pastry brush, smooth glaze all over cake.
  • 17. Serve or cover tightly with foil until ready to be served.

SOUTHERN PRALINE CAKE RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Southern Praline Cake Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by á-5050

Number Of Ingredients 18

PRALINE ICING:
1 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
4 large eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 cup butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
4 large eggs yolks
1 large can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Grease and flour three nine-inch round cake pans and preheat oven to 350°F Cream the butter with both granulated sugar and light brown sugar until very light and fluffy, then add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Sift the flour with the baking powder, baking soda and salt and add to the batter alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry mixture. Stir in the vanilla extract. Divide batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake in the center of the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in the center of the layers comes out clean. Cool layers in their pans over a rack for ten minutes, then loosen and turn out layers directly onto racks for cooling. Cool layers thoroughly before icing. For the icing, melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Remove from heat, then stir in granulated sugar and light brown sugar. (Sugars will not dissolve). In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the evaporated milk until smooth, then whisk this mixture into the saucepan with the sugar mixture. Return saucepan to a medium heat setting and cook, whisking constantly, until mixture is thick, shiny and caramel-like, about 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and pecans. Cool icing to a good spreading consistency (about 30 minutes), then spread evenly between cooled cake layers and over the top and sides of the cake.

HEAVENLY PRALINE CAKE



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A moist cake and generous frosting are filled with the fabulous flavor of caramel. The candied pecans are almost a dessert by themselves!-Jennifer Rodriguez, Midland, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h40m

Yield 16 servings (5 cups candied pecans).

Number Of Ingredients 23

CANDIED PECANS (optional):
1 large egg white
4 cups pecan halves
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
CAKE:
1 cup butter, softened
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups packed dark brown sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
ICING:
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup 2% milk
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, beat egg white until foamy. Add pecan halves; stir gently to coat. Combine sugar and brown sugar; add to pecan mixture and stir gently to coat., Spread into two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake 18-22 minutes, stirring once. Cool. Store in an airtight container., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, cream butter, cream cheese and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, beating well after each addition. Stir in chopped pecans., Transfer to a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan. Bake at 325° 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely., In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Remove from heat; stir in confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over cake. Serve with candied pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 559 calories, Fat 31g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 305mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (48g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

RUM CAKE - SEMI-HOMEMAKER RECIPE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups pecan pieces, reserve 1/4 cup
4 whole eggs
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 cup gold rum, Bacardi
1 (18.25-ounce) box classic yellow cake mix (recommended: Duncan Hines Moist Deluxe)
1 (1-ounce) small box sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix (recommended: Jell-O)
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup water
1 stick butter
1/2 cup gold rum (recommended: Bacardi)

Steps:

  • For the cake: Grease a Bundt pan and spread pecans on the bottom of the pan. Beat eggs, oil, water and rum in mixer just until incorporated. Add pudding mix and cake mix and beat on med, about 3 to 5 minutes just until you get a smooth texture. Pour into pan and bake at 350 degrees F for 40 to 45 minutes. The cake should have a light golden brown color, but will darken with the glaze.
  • For the glaze: Melt butter in saucepan and add the sugar and water, bring to a boil. Once it starts to boil, take off the heat and add the rum. Pour into a large measuring cup that will hold that amount or more. Set aside.
  • Once cake is ready, take out of oven and leave in pan. Gently prick holes into the cake with a skewer. Slowly pour half of the glaze over the cake making sure to fill in all the holes. Once the cake has soaked up the glaze, turn cake over, removing pan, onto the base that the cake will stay on. Gently prick more holes on other side and slowly pour other half of glaze over cake. Fill the center of the cake with reserved pecans. Let cool and enjoy. The cake is best if left at room temperature.

SOUTHERN PECAN PRALINE CAKE



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Make and share this Southern Pecan Praline Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
4 large eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 cup butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
4 large egg yolks
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Grease and flour three nine-inch round cake pans and preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cream the butter with both granulated sugar and light brown sugar until very light and fluffy, then add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Sift the flour with the baking powder, baking soda and salt and add to the batter alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry mixture. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Divide batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake in the center of the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in the center of the layers comes out clean. Cool layers in their pans over a rack for ten minutes, then loosen and turn out layers directly onto racks for cooling. Cool layers thoroughly before icing.
  • For the icing, melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Remove from heat, then stir in granulated sugar and light brown sugar. (Sugars will not dissolve).
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the evaporated milk until smooth, then whisk this mixture into the saucepan with the sugar mixture. Return saucepan to a medium heat setting and cook, whisking constantly, until mixture is thick, shiny and caramel-like, about 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and pecans.
  • Cool icing to a good spreading consistency (about 30 minutes), then spread evenly between cooled cake layers and over the top and sides of the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1007.8, Fat 55.5, SaturatedFat 25.2, Cholesterol 246.9, Sodium 576.2, Carbohydrate 119.3, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 83.2, Protein 13

SOUTHERN PRALINES



Southern Pralines image

This recipe is truly Southern, and it's been a family favorite for years. I've packed many a Christmas tin with this candy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1-1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cream, corn syrup and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook until a candy thermometer reads 230° (thread stage), stirring occasionally., Carefully stir in pecans and butter. Cook, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer reads 236° (soft-ball stage)., Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Beat with a wooden spoon until candy thickens and begins to lose its gloss, about 4-5 minutes. , Quickly drop by heaping tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper; spread to form 2-in. patties. Let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 31mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BOURBON PECAN PRALINES



Bourbon Pecan Pralines image

Like authentic pecan pralines found in New Orleans, these treats are sweet, crunchy and rich! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 1 pound (about 16 pralines)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup pecan halves, toasted
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 tablespoon bourbon

Steps:

  • Grease 2 baking sheets; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in sugars, then the cream; cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer reads 236° (soft-ball stage), about 20 minutes. , Remove from the heat; stir in the pecan halves, chopped pecans and bourbon. Immediately drop by tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets. Let stand until pralines are set and no longer glossy. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SOUTHERN PRALINE PECAN CAKE



Southern Praline Pecan Cake image

This is an easy but wonderful recipe, all my friends love It, and I sell it to Tea Rooms.

Provided by Debbie Halford

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Praline Recipes

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (18.25 ounce) package butter pecan cake mix
1 (16 ounce) container coconut pecan frosting
4 eggs
¾ cup vegetable oil
1 cup water
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9 or 10 inch Bundt pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Combine the cake mix with the frosting, eggs, oil, water and 1/2 of the pecan pieces. Mix until combined.
  • Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 of pecans in the prepared Bundt pan then pour in the cake batter.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40.6 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 25.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 251.1 mg, Sugar 28 g

Tips for a Perfect Southern Praline Rum Cake

- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture. - Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy for a rich, smooth cake. - Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. - Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl and whisk to combine. - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk and beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. - Stir in the chopped pecans and vanilla extract. - Pour the batter into a greased and floured bundt pan. - Bake the cake at 325°F for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. - Allow the cake to cool completely before glazing.

Conclusion

The Southern Praline Rum Cake is a classic Southern dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist, tender crumb, rich praline flavor, and decadent rum glaze, this cake is sure to be a hit. Be sure to follow the tips above to ensure that your cake turns out perfectly.

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