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Belizean White Fruit Cake

Cultural Context

Belizean White Fruit Cake has roots in British colonial traditions, often served at weddings and Christmas celebrations. This rich, dense cake symbolizes prosperity and is typically made with a variety of dried fruits and nuts, reflecting the diverse agricultural bounty of Belize. Today, it remains a beloved festive treat, with families passing down their unique recipes through generations, showcasing local flavors and ingredients.

BelizeanBZdessert
120 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
16 ounces mixed candied fruit
1 cup pecans
1/2 cup golden raisins
4 sticks butter
2 cups sugar
6 eggs
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

mixed dried fruits

🥗Healthier: fresh fruits

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh fruits add natural sweetness and reduce sugar content.

rum

🥗Healthier: apple juice

💰Cheaper: white grape juice

Apple juice maintains sweetness without alcohol.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

1

Mix candied fruit, pecans, and golden raisins with 1/2 cup of flour to prevent sinking in the batter.

2

Cream together 4 sticks of softened butter until light and fluffy.

3

Add 2 cups of sugar to the butter and beat well.

4

Add 6 eggs, mixing in half at a time until fully incorporated.

5

Gradually add 2 1/2 cups of flour in sections, mixing until just combined.

6

Fold in the mixed fruit and nuts into the batter.

7

Spray two loaf pans with cooking spray.

8

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans.

9

Bake at 275°F for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

10

Let the cakes rest for 10-15 minutes before flipping them out of the pans.

Cooking Techniques

creamingfoldingbaking

Equipment Needed

loaf pansmixing bowlelectric mixerspatulacooking spray

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

glutendairynuts

Also Known As

Belizean Wedding CakeBelizean Christmas Cake

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