Looking for the best cake to bake this Christmas?
If so, heresDonal Skehans coffee and rum cake recipe.
The crunchiness of the nuts pairs well with the soft cake, making it a must-try dessert recipe.
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It is sweet, nutty, and rich.
Each bite is packed with delicious flavors that you will absolutely love.
Serve it with a cup of coffee, tea, or juice for the perfect dessert or snack!
Whisk until well combined.
Next, add a little bit of the dry mixture, and mix again.
Keep alternating the wet and dry mixture until everything is well combined.
Step 5:
Grease a large bundt pan with softened butter, then transfer the mixture.
Step 6:
Combine pecans, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.
Sprinkle the mixture on top of the batter in the bundt pan.
Using a knife, lightly swirl the mixture into the batter.
Step 8:
Make the glaze.
In a saucepan, add salted butter, espresso, rum, and vanilla bean paste.
Melt the butter, stirring occasionally, then let it come to a boil.
Whisk into the icing sugar until smooth.
Let it cool for a few minutes.
Step 9:
Make the caramelized pecans.
In a different pan, add the sugar and water.
Cook until the sugar melts, then add the pecans.
Coat the pecans with the caramel.
Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spread evenly.
Once cooled, chop into small pieces.
Step 10:
Whisk the coffee glaze, then pour it into your cake.
Top with the chopped caramelized pecans.
