"[Photograph: María del Mar Sacasa] This is delicious served warm with a light dusting of powdered sugar, but can be served at room temperature. It's a grown-up, not-too-sweet, and just boozy enough cake...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
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1 pound cherries, pitted
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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3 large eggs, beaten
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1 cup sugar
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1/4 cup dark rum
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4 ounces (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
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1/2 cup milk
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2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
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3 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar