Barbados Christmas Black Cake | Bajan Style!

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.

Prepare the dried fruits for the black cake ahead of time, ideally five months prior.

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of sugar and 1 pound of butter that has been softened overnight.

Beat the sugar and butter together until light and fluffy.

Add 8 eggs to the mixture, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Peel lemon and lime skins and add them to the egg mixture to cut the rawness of the eggs.

Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla and 1 teaspoon of almond essence to the egg mixture and blend well.

Transfer the mixture to a larger bowl to accommodate the second batch.

Repeat the process for the second batch using another 1 pound of sugar and 1 pound of butter, then combine both batches.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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