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Nigerian Rich Fruit Cake

Cultural Context

Originating from Nigeria, the Rich Fruit Cake is a festive staple often enjoyed during Christmas and weddings. This cake symbolizes celebration and community, as families gather to prepare and share this rich, flavorful treat. With its blend of dried fruits, nuts, and spices, it embodies the warmth of Nigerian hospitality, and variations can be found across West Africa, reflecting local tastes and traditions.

NigerianNGdessert
120 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
250 grams margarine
150 grams sugar
300 grams flour
1 egg
half tablespoon baking powder
half tablespoon vanilla
half tablespoon brownie
half tablespoon black charcoal
mixed dried fruits soaked in alcohol

mixed dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh fruits provide a lighter option, while raisins are more economical.

dark rum

🥗Healthier: apple juice

💰Cheaper: white rum

Apple juice offers a non-alcoholic alternative, while white rum is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat, while margarine can be more affordable.

chopped nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Seeds are a nut-free option and often cheaper.

1

Cream together 250 grams of margarine and 150 grams of sugar using a hand mixer.

2

Sift together 300 grams of flour and half tablespoon of baking powder.

3

Grease the baking pan with a little butter and dust with flour.

4

Add 1 egg into the creamed margarine and sugar and continue creaming with the hand mixer.

5

Add half tablespoon of vanilla, half tablespoon of brownie, and half tablespoon of black charcoal to the mixture.

6

Fold in a little of the liquid ingredients and a little of the dry ingredients, being careful not to over mix.

7

If desired, add half teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg.

8

Garnish the top with dried fruits.

9

Bake the cake for 30 minutes, then check for doneness using a skewer or toothpick.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

hand mixerbaking pan

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

nutsgluteneggsdairy

Also Known As

Nigerian Christmas CakeNigerian Wedding Cake

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