Caribbean Christmas Cake (Known As Black Cake)
๐ Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
๐ Prep Time: 20 minutes
๐ Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
๐ฅง Description:
Indulge in the rich flavors of the Caribbean with this decadent Black Cake recipe, reminiscent of the festive spirit of Christmas in the tropics. Inspired by the culinary traditions of Guyana, this cake is a delightful fusion of fruits, nuts, and warming spices, soaked in dark rum for an irresistible depth of flavor. Perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion, this cake will surely become a cherished favorite.
๐ฝ๏ธ Recipe Category: Dessert
๐ Keywords: Fruit, Nuts, Caribbean, Kosher, Potluck, Christmas, Weeknight, Brunch, Oven, < 4 Hours
๐ Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 cup | Butter |
| 1 cup | Sugar |
| 2 tsp | Vanilla |
| 1 cup | All-purpose flour |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Baking powder |
| 1 tsp | Cinnamon |
| 1 tsp | Allspice |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 4 | Eggs |
| 1 cup | Dark rum |
| 1 cup | Cherries |
| 1 cup | Prunes |
| 1/4 cup | Raisins |
| 1/4 cup | Lime, zest of |
| 1/4 cup | Lemon, zest of |
๐ Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 547.5
- Fat Content: 22.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 11g
- Cholesterol Content: 102.7mg
- Sodium Content: 354.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 75.3g
- Fiber Content: 4.4g
- Sugar Content: 48.3g
- Protein Content: 7.2g
๐ฐ Servings: 12
๐ Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 325ยฐF. Spray a nine-inch cake pan with nonstick cooking spray and set it aside.
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In a mixing bowl, beat together the butter, sugar, vanilla, and browning until soft and creamy.
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In a separate bowl, sift together the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, allspice, and salt.
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In a third bowl, beat the eggs with the rum until well combined.
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Add the egg mixture to the butter mixture and thoroughly combine. Then, stir in the zest, cherries, prunes, raisins, and nuts.
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Fold in the flour mixture gently; do not overbeat, as this can toughen the cake.
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Put the batter into the prepared pan and bake it in the preheated oven for approximately 90 minutes, or until the cake tests done. It may need a bit longer depending on your oven.
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Remove the cake from the pan when it’s cool enough to handle, and let it cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Enjoy the rich, moist texture and complex flavors of this Caribbean Christmas Cake, a delightful treat that captures the essence of tropical festivities!
