Island Breeze Rum Cake Recipe Tips: Flipping and Filling Tricks

[cookingwithhart]

I loved the taste of this cake, but wasn't so happy with how it looked. When I took my cakes out of the pans, parts of the rim didn't come out cleanly. Any suggestions?
I also had a hard time slicing it. I think I'll try it with canned peaches next time.

 

[hump5]

Did you spray with non-stick spray or use a knife to try and release it first?? Mine came out without any problem.?????

 

[chefann]

Spraying the pan definitely helps, and use the Citrus Peeler to loosen the edges before you turn it out.

 

[DebbieSAChef]

I agree

This cake was sooo luscious! As far as your sister not wanting the Rum you can use Rum extract. That will make it non-alcoholic. You can also peel the Mango just like you would a Pineapple. Since you don't have the serrated peeler you can use your reg. Santuko knife or Chef's knife. Cut off the top and bottom so it won't roll on you, then slice from top to bottom taking off the peel. There are detailed instructions on doing this in the Season's Best (I think on page 31). The cake is so pretty when it is finished. I don't know why, but mine held up to being cut. I used real Rum, but I think Rum extract would be the way to go in the future. I would bake the cake and just eat that without any toppings. The cake is so moist and delicious!!

I agree, it's so moist that I might just do a glaze. I tried it at a cluster meeting. Or top it with my favorite - strawberries and pineapple. I can't get enough of strawberries during my pregnancy. We'll see how it turns out.

Debbie

 

[ChefBeckyD]

I agree, it's so moist that I might just do a glaze. I tried it at a cluster meeting. Or top it with my favorite - strawberries and pineapple. I can't get enough of strawberries during my pregnancy. We'll see how it turns out.

Debbie

Strawberries were a passion for me when I was pregnant too Debbie! And Strawberry milkshakes....I neededthose regularly - but only from restaurants where they were made w/ real strawberries!
Thankfully, my craving for the milkshakes subsided after my son was born - although now, he LOVES strawberries!

 

[cookingwithhart]

I sprayed the pans with non-stick spray, used parchment paper in the centers and ran a knife around the edge. Could it be the amount of cooling time? Thanks

 

[Chef Kearns]

I sprayed the pans with non-stick spray, used parchment paper in the centers and ran a knife around the edge. Could it be the amount of cooling time? Thanks

You know what...I didn't spray mine or use the Parchment (I couldn't figure out how to make a perfect circle of the inside of the pan ...whatever ) Mine fell out without any problems. Maybe don't prep the pan at all and see how that works. It worked for me!

 

[GourmetGirl]

use the Citrus Peeler to loosen the edges before you turn it out.

Ann I never thought of using the Citrus Peeler to losen edges... that is a great idea! I love that it wont scratch the pans!! You rock!

 

[chefann]

You know what...I didn't spray mine or use the Parchment (I couldn't figure out how to make a perfect circle of the inside of the pan ...whatever ) Mine fell out without any problems. Maybe don't prep the pan at all and see how that works. It worked for me!

Here's how to make a practically perfect circle.

Start with a square of parchment paper. Fold it in half, then in half again. Fold the resultant square in half diagonally, from the "main" corner where all the folds come together (like you're folding a paper snowflake). Fold the triangle 2 MORE times. You'll end up with a REALLY skinny triangle. Lay this down on the Torte pan with the sharp point at the center of the pan. Cut straight across at the edge of the pan center (you don't want paper in the lip). Unfold.

Clear as mud?

 

[legacypc46]

Has anyone made this with kiwis instead of the mango....or any other fruit (besides the peaches)?

Someone mentioned a glaze...that sounded good....is there a suggested recipe?

Thanks (as always!!!)
Kris

 

[chefann]

The recipe includes a rum glaze, and there's enough to brush it on the bottom layer and on the top, over the fruit. It adds a little spiciness to the cake, since there's Cinnamon Plus in it.All kiwi would be pretty good. But I haven't tried that yet.

 

[heat123]

I'm making it for easter cant' wait to try it!

 

[heat123]

Update... I made it today for easter dessert and OMG, it was sooo good! Everyone liked it. I will definitely make it again for a family or frenz fuction!

 

[legacypc46]

I made this with kiwi instead of the mango....looked lovely and tasted great!

This recipe has made me a huge fan of the EAD. I've had one for years that I purchased before becoming a consultant, but rarely used it. Now I am on a crusade to show just how "Easy" it is to create stunning cakes with it.

 

[Koolotus]

anyone have this recipe on their computer so I could have a copy ?

 

[wadesgirl]

It was in last S/S Season's Best, you can look it up on CC.

 

[Koolotus]

You are a genius!!!
I never realized we could do that! Thanks

 

[kspry]

I am going to offer this again during the summer. It's delicious.

Thanks for the reminder of warm weather to come!

 

[ayoung73]

I know this is an old post but does anyone have this recipe? I cannot find it anywhere including CC. Please help, I have a host that has had it before and requested it for a show soon :-D

 

[chefann]

On CC, go to products and recipes, then Enhance your Show, then Taste of the Tropics (all from the pull down under the red Products and Recipes tab). Click on the word Desserts. There's a pull-down selection on the page that opens (new window). Pick Island Breeze Rum Cake from that.

 

[legacypc46]

I love this recipe! I'm making it for my show tonight and on Monday. (I make the cake ahead of time and simply assemble it at the show. It still lets me demo all the tools except the pan...and they can see how cool the pans are by looking at the cake.)