Pumpkin Rum Baba (Baba Au Rhum) (Thanksgiving Cake)

Name: Pumpkin Rum Baba (Baba Au Rhum) (Thanksgiving Cake)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: butter, to grease pan; flour, to dust pan; 1 cup canned pumpkin; 3 eggs; 6 tablespoons butter, melted; 1/3 cup milk; 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice; 1 (20 ounce) package poundcake mix; Sauce; 6 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 cup orange juice; 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon; 1/4 cup rum

Servings: persons

butter, to grease pan
flour, to dust pan
1 cup canned pumpkin
3 eggs
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1/3 cup milk
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 (20 ounce) package poundcake mix
Sauce
6 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
1/4 cup rum

1
Preheat oven to 325u00b0F.
2
Generously grease a bundt pan and dust with flour, knocking out excess.
3
In a large mixing bowl, at low speed, beat pumpkin with eggs, butter, milk and spice until well blended; gradually add cake mix.
4
Gradually increase mixer speed to medium and mix for 3 minutes, occasionally scraping sides, continuing to mix until batter is smooth.
5
Pour batter into prepared pan; bake until golden (1 hour).
6
Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then on rack for 20 minutes.
7
In a saucepan, combine sugar and orange juice.
8
Heat until sugar dissolves, stirring constantly, and mixture boils.
9
Stir in rum and cinnamon, and remove from heat.
10
Baste cake with sauce.

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* 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.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: butter, to grease pan, flour, to dust pan, 1 cup canned pumpkin, 3 eggs, and more.

Yes, Pumpkin Rum Baba (Baba Au Rhum) (Thanksgiving 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!