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Barbados Christmas Black Cake

Cultural Context

Originating from Barbados, Christmas Black Cake is a beloved holiday dessert steeped in tradition. It reflects the island's rich history of fruit preservation and rum production, often served during festive gatherings and celebrations. Families often pass down recipes, making it a cherished part of holiday festivities. Today, variations exist across the Caribbean, with each family adding their unique twist to this classic cake.

CaribbeanBBdessert
180 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
dried fruits (prunes, grapes, raisins, currants, cherries)
dark rum
red wine
Guinness Stout
brown sugar (Barbados turbo sugar)
butter
eggs (16 eggs)
almond essence (1 teaspoon)
vanilla extract (2 teaspoons)
lime skin (for zest)

dark rum

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic rum extract

💰Cheaper: apple juice

Non-alcoholic options retain flavor without alcohol.

dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh fruits can be used but may alter texture.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds flavor.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

1

Blend dried fruits with dark rum, red wine, and Guinness Stout.

2

Heat the blended mixture in a saucepan on low for 15 minutes to absorb the alcohol.

3

In a mixing bowl, cream together 2 pounds of butter and 2 pounds of brown sugar until fluffy.

4

Add 16 eggs slowly to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition.

5

Add lime skin to the egg mixture while beating.

6

Transfer the egg mixture to a larger bowl after beating.

7

Continue adding other ingredients as demonstrated.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

nutsgluteneggs

Also Known As

Black CakeBajan Black Cake

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