Mojito Cake
Transform your dessert game with this zesty, boozy Mojito Cake, a delightful fusion of tropical flavors and classic baking. Infused with lime zest, fresh mint, and a splash of white rum, this moist and tender cake captures the essence of the beloved cocktail while remaining perfectly balanced and not overly sweet. Topped with a tangy lime-rum glaze and garnished with fresh mint leaves and lime slices, it’s a refreshing treat that’s perfect for summer parties, brunch gatherings, or any time you’re craving a citrusy twist. With just 30 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-follow recipe delivers a unique dessert that’s sure to impress. Whether you’re a mojito fan or just love vibrant, citrus-infused cakes, this recipe brings a bakery-quality treat right to your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Lime zest
- 0.25 cup Fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 0.75 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup White rum
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lime juice (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon White rum (for glaze)
- 10 Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
- 5 Lime slices (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch cake pan, or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes with a hand or stand mixer.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and lime zest.
Mix in the fresh lime juice and finely chopped mint leaves until evenly incorporated.
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.
Stir in the white rum until the batter is smooth and well blended.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, fresh lime juice, and white rum in a small bowl until smooth.
Once the cake is completely cooled, drizzle the glaze evenly over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and lime slices before serving. Slice and enjoy this refreshing mojito-inspired cake!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5650 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 221.3 g | 284% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.4 g | 657% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1283 mg | 428% | |
| Sodium | 2486 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 844.8 g | 307% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.2 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 589.7 g | ||
| Protein | 65.4 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 583 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 21.6 mg | 120% | |
| Potassium | 1255 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
