How to make black cake fruits | BackyardCafe | Guyana | 2023

dark rum

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic rum extract

💰Cheaper: spiced apple cider

Non-alcoholic extract provides flavor without alcohol.

dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: canned fruits

Fresh fruits can reduce sugar and calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat alternative.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with less processing.

Cut the five finger (star fruit) into pieces.

Put the cut five finger on the fire to steam with brown sugar and spices.

Add clove powder and cinnamon sticks to the mixture while it cooks.

Cover the pot to let it steam and caramelize with the brown sugar.

Cook until the five finger softens and the mixture becomes fragrant.

Blend the cooked mixture with nuts after it cools down.

Soak the blended mixture in Brazilian rum and let it sit for an extended period to develop flavor.

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