The SECRET to BLACK CAKE! GUYANESE Treats at Maliyah’s Kitchen | Big Bites EP52

dark rum

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic rum extract

💰Cheaper: apple juice

Non-alcoholic options provide flavor without alcohol.

mixed dried fruits

🥗Healthier: dried fruits of choice

💰Cheaper: raisins

Using specific dried fruits can reduce costs.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

Start by adding 1 pound of butter into the mixing bowl.

Add 1 pound of brown sugar to the butter.

Melt the sugar completely before adding the eggs.

Add 10 to 12 eggs, depending on their size, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Add about 1/8 cup of mixed essence to the mixture.

Gradually add all-purpose flour (amount not specified) to the mixture, being careful not to overbeat the eggs.

Add the local carambola fruits to the mixture.

Add cake coloring to achieve the desired black cake color, checking gradually to avoid bitterness.

Add dark rum gradually to the mixture, checking the color as you go.

Mix until you achieve the desired consistency for the black cake.

Cooking Techniques

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