How to make THE BEST Caribbean Rum Cake w/ Butter Rum Glaze

This recipe was shared with me by a good friend of mine from Panama. She makes this cake for family and social gatherings. It has become a favorite of mine to make during the holidays, especially on New Year's Eve. Enjoy! Caribbean Rum Cake 1 C. Chopped Pecans (optional) 1 Box Yellow Cake Mix (I used 15.25 oz) 1 Box Jell-O Vanilla Pudding Mix (3.4 oz) which is the 4 1/2 C. serving size. 1/2 C. Vegetable Oil 1/2 C. Coco Lopez Cream of Coconut (can be substituted for water) 4 Large Eggs at Room Temperature 1/2 C. Dark Rum Bake @ 325 degrees 50-60 minutes or until cake is golden brown and tester comes out clean. Glaze: 1 Stick (1/2 Cup) Salted Butter; if using unsalted butter, add a pinch of salt. 1 C. Granulated Sugar 1/4 C. Water Cook for 8 minutes without stirring. 1/2 C. Dark Rum (add when flame is turned off) Serve with whip cream, maraschino cherries or grapes dusted with powder sugar. Enjoy! Follow me on Instagram:   / cooking_forthefamily   Email: [email protected]