Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup key lime juice
- 1/2 cup dark rum
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
50-60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Stir in key lime juice and rum until just combined.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving:
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and tender crumb
- Tart and sweet key lime flavor
- Subtle rum aroma
- Rich and flavorful glaze
User Comments:
- "This cake was absolutely delicious! The key lime and rum flavors were perfectly balanced."
- "I loved the moistness and texture of the cake. It was a perfect dessert to end our meal."
- "I would definitely recommend this cake to anyone who loves key lime pie or rum cake."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh key limes for the best flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter.
- If the cake starts to brown too quickly, cover it with foil.
- The cake can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days.
