1-Follow this spiced rum baumkuchen recipe step by step for the best outcome, even if you’re new to baking. Start by organizing your space, which makes the process enjoyable for home cooks and working professionals. The key is patience with layering to get those beautiful rings.

2-First, cream the butter and sugar until light and creamy, then mix in the chopped marzipan. This step builds a solid base for the batter, blending flavors smoothly. Next, whisk in the egg yolks and add double cream, dark rum, cinnamon, vanilla, and a pinch of salt to make a smooth mixture.

3-After that, sift the self-raising flour and cornflour into the batter and fold gently to combine without losing air. Whisk the egg whites to stiff peaks, fold a large spoonful into the batter to loosen it, then gently fold in the rest. Butter the base and central spindle of a 25cm round ring pan for even cooking.

4-Place two large spoonfuls of batter into the pan and spread thinly using a pastry brush or spatula. Grill under a hot grill for 3-5 minutes until golden brown, then add another two spoonfuls and repeat. Build around 10 thin layers, watching carefully as times may shorten.

5-Use a knife to loosen the cake edges and let it cool in the pan. Remove the cooled cake and invert it onto a cooling rack with foil underneath. Heat the chocolate, golden syrup, cream, rum, and butter until smooth, then pour over the cake and let it set. Finally, drizzle melted white chocolate over the top and allow it to set before serving.