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Grenadian Spice Cake

Cultural Context

Grenadian Spice Cake has its roots in the Caribbean, where spices and tropical ingredients are abundant. Traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions, this cake reflects the island's rich culinary heritage, often made with local spices like nutmeg and cinnamon. Today, it is cherished not only in Grenada but also in various Caribbean communities worldwide, celebrated for its warm flavors and moist texture.

CaribbeanGDdessert
45 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
3 large eggs
1/2 cup butter
to taste food gel coloring
1/4 teaspoon salt

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

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor while reducing saturated fat.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Pecans provide a similar texture and flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is dairy-free and lower in calories.

1

Add margarine and white sugar to a stand mixer and beat on low speed until fluffy.

2

Mix flour with baking powder, spices, and salt in a bowl and set aside.

3

Add eggs one at a time to the creamed margarine and sugar, mixing well after each addition.

4

Stir in vanilla extract.

5

Alternate adding flour and buttermilk to the mixture, mixing until just combined.

6

Divide the batter into smaller bowls and add food gel coloring to each, mixing well.

7

Grease and flour a cake pan, then add the colored batter in layers or swirls.

8

Tap the pan to remove air bubbles.

9

Bake in a preheated oven for about 50 minutes.

10

Allow the cake to cool completely before cutting into pieces.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

ovenmixing bowlscake panwhiskspatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutennutsdairyeggs

Also Known As

Grenada Spice CakeCaribbean Spice Cake

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