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Ground Nut Sugar Cake

Cultural Context

Originating in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Ground Nut Sugar Cake is a beloved treat made from local peanuts. Traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions, this sweet treat highlights the island's agricultural heritage. Today, it is popular throughout the Caribbean, often made with variations in flavor and texture, reflecting local preferences and available ingredients.

CaribbeanVCdessert
60 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
1 cup water
2 cups sugar
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 cinnamon stick
1 tablespoon vanilla essence
2 cups ground peanuts

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and moisture.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option with a unique flavor.

1

Add water and sugar to a saucepan and stir constantly until the sugar dissolves.

2

Once dissolved, add ginger, cinnamon stick, and vanilla essence, stirring constantly.

3

Keep the heat on medium and pour in the ground peanuts, stirring until the mixture thickens.

4

Remove the cinnamon stick and transfer the mixture onto wax paper to form shapes.

5

Leave to set for half an hour.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

nut-free

Allergens

peanuts

Also Known As

Peanut CakeGroundnut Cake

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