Pirates Golden Treasure Cake

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 14
Pirates Golden Treasure Cake - a deliciously spiced and rum-soaked dessert
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package yellow cake mix
1 package vanilla instant pudding mix
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger , minced
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground mace
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
1/3 cup sour cream
1 cup evaporated milk
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/8 - 1/4 cup golden raisin ( chopped )
vanilla ice cream ( optional )
1 canned peach slices , drained ( reserve 3 tbsps for sauce )
3/4 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons peach juice ( reserved , see above )
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup dark rum

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
415
Sugar
36g
Fat
18g
Pirates Golden Treasure Cake is a deliciously spiced dessert that's perfect for sharing with friends and family. The golden raisins add a bit of texture and sweetness to the batter, while the rum sauce adds a bit of warmth and depth of flavor. It's a dessert fit for a pirate's treasure trove, and is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream and canned peach slices for an even more decadent treat.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2.In a large bowl, whisk together the cake mix, vanilla pudding mix, allspice, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, nutmeg, mace, and salt.
3.Add the eggs, sour cream, evaporated milk, vegetable oil, and chopped golden raisins. Mix well to combine.
4.Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5.While the cake is baking, make the rum sauce. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, and reserved peach juice. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves.
6.Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and dark rum. Return the pan to the heat and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
7.Once the cake is done, let it cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving with the warm rum sauce. Optional: top with vanilla ice cream and canned peach slices.

PROS

This cake is flavorful and moist, with warm spices and a rum-infused sauce that make for a delicious dessert.

The golden raisins add a bit of texture and sweetness to the batter.

Topping the cake with vanilla ice cream and peach slices is a delicious addition.

CONS

This cake is high in calories and sugar, and the rum sauce adds additional alcohol content.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The various warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg have been linked to promoting digestion, reducing inflammation, and aiding in brain function.
While rum can be enjoyed in moderation, it’s important to consume it responsibly.

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