"We're dreaming of a White Christmas Cake! There's no better way to feel holly or jolly than to take a bite of this tender cake infused with the creamy sweetness of white chocolate and the toasted sugar flavor of rum. Not only is the cake topped with a cream cheese frosting that is tangy, luscious, and infused with white chocolate for extra enjoyment, but also a thin layer of joyous raspberry jam to add tartness and fruitiness. Don't forget the crunchy nuts mixed in! You'll be dreaming of White Christmas Cake in an ..."
INGREDIENTS
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***For the cake:***
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1 1/2 cups butter, cubed
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3/4 cup water
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4 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped
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1 1/2 cups buttermilk
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4 large eggs, lightly beaten
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon rum extract
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3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
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1 cup pecans, chopped and toasted
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2 1/4 cups sugar
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
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***For the white chocolate cream frosting:***
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4 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped
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11 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup butter, softened
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon rum extract
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6 cups confectioners' sugar
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1 cup seedless raspberry jam, divided