Why This Rum Cake Steals Christmas – Bake It Now!

Christmas Rum Cake

By Sanjeev Vekariya 19 December,2025

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A Holiday Tradition

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Star Ingredients

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The Magic of Soaking

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Baking the Cake

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Rum Brushing Secret

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How to Serve

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