Barbados Christmas Black Cake

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.

Start by beating together 2 cups of sugar and 4 sticks of butter until light and fluffy.

In a separate bowl, mix 12 eggs with 2 teaspoons of mixed essence and 1 teaspoon of almond essence.

Slowly add the egg mixture to the butter and sugar mixture, blending continuously.

In another bowl, combine 2.5 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of nutmeg, and 1 teaspoon of all spice, then sift together.

Add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture gradually, mixing until just combined.

Fold in 2 cups of mixed dried fruits that have been soaked in rum and wine.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens