Italian rum cake

Growing up, Italian rum cake was a must-have for every birthday celebration.We didn’t do chocolate cake, sheet cake, or any other cake. My family and most other Italian American families in the neighborhood would always order this kind of cake from the infamous Paterson Pasty Shop. This Italian rum cake will always remind me of my childhood, my mother; my Italian roots; ….bittersweet memories for sure! I’m so glad that I’ve found a way to make it just as I like it because it seems to be…

By: Francesca Montillo, ISDA Food & Travel Writer Growing up in southern Italy, I was pretty fortunate that I had a stay-at-home mom who was quite the cook and baker. It wasn’t until years later, after our move to the U.S., where mom joined the “working world,” and lost the time to bake all of … Continued

Italian Rum Cake, a timeless dessert that harmoniously combines delicate sponge cake layers with luscious pastry cream, all kissed by a hint of rum-infused syrup. This exquisite dessert embodies the essence of traditional Italian baking, boasting lay

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My favorite authentic bakery-style Italian rum cake, a combination of sponge cake, pastry cream, whipped cream, nuts, and booze for the win!

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Italian Rum Cake is a delicious 3 or 4 layer cake, which is a tradition for birthdays/special occasions in many Italian families. There are 3 basic parts to the cake; sponge cake layers, pasticciera cream (filling) and (stabilized) whipped cream. Below are the recipes for all three parts. If you make it with 3 layers, omit the whipped cream layer. The sponge cake and pasticciera creams may be made a day ahead. The whipped cream should be whipped just before assembling the cake. Prep/Cook…

Elevate your dessert game with this heavenly rum cake from scratch that is perfect for every party! Made with only the finest ingredients, this dense and rich cake is soaked in a delectable, thick butter rum sauce that will leave you craving more. Whether it's a special occasion or just a weekend treat, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends with its irresistible taste and aroma.

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