White Chocolate Rum Babas

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 20cm (8in) tube pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the butter until creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4. 4

   Add the white rum, white chocolate chips, milk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat until smooth.

5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, beating until just combined.

6. 6

   Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

7. 7

   Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. 8

   Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Invert onto a wire rack and let cool completely.

10. 10

    Once cool, drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with granulated sugar. Bake in the oven for 5-7 minutes or until the sugar is caramelized.

    Tip: Crisp the sugar for a better texture.