Dark Cherry Walnut Rum Cake Recipe

Name: Dark Cherry Walnut Rum Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups all purpose flour; 3/4 cup cocoa powder; 1 package chocolate pudding 3.25 oz; 2 cups white sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 4 eggs; 1/2 cup canola oil; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 1/2 cup cold water; 1/2 cup brandy or dark rum; 1/2 cup walnut chopped; 1/2 cup cherries chopped glazed; 1 stick butter; 1/4 cup water; 1 cup sugar; 3/4 cup brandy /rum

Servings: persons

2 cups all purpose flour
3/4 cup cocoa powder
1 package chocolate pudding 3.25 oz
2 cups white sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
4 eggs
1/2 cup canola oil
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 cup cold water
1/2 cup brandy or dark rum
1/2 cup walnut chopped
1/2 cup cherries chopped glazed
1 stick butter
1/4 cup water
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup brandy /rum

1
Combine and sift flour,cocoa,sugar,baking powder,baking soda and salt
2
After sifting,proceed to combine the sifted ingredients and chocolate pudding
3
Combine walnut and cherries
4
Grease and flour a bundt cake pan.
5
Sprinkle chopped cherrywalnut over bottom of pan.
6
In a mixer,mix all cake ingredients together.
7
Pour batter into pan over next to cherrywalnut.
8
Bake at 350 or 160 for 1 hour.Do not over bake!
9
Boil for 4 to 5 minutes,stirring constantly.
10
Turn off flame and pour in brandy or rum.
11
Stir to combine and reheat for 30 seconds.
12
Remove cake from oven.
13
Immediately drizzle 1/3 of the glaze on the bottom (top) of the cake.
14
Allow to sit for five minutes.Invert the cake onto a serving plate.

1924

kcal

Calories

101

Fat

242

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups all purpose flour, 3/4 cup cocoa powder, 1 package chocolate pudding 3.25 oz, 2 cups white sugar, and more.

Yes, Dark Cherry Walnut Rum Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Dark Cherry Walnut Rum Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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