AUTHENTIC JAMAICAN BLACK RUM FRUIT CAKE FOR CHRISTMAS & WEDDINGS |VERY DETAILED| MORRIS TIME COOKING

dark rum

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic rum extract

💰Cheaper: apple juice

Non-alcoholic rum extract provides flavor without alcohol.

mixed dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: raisins

Raisins are less expensive and still provide sweetness.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are a nut-free alternative that is often cheaper.

Soak mixed dried fruit in dark rum for at least 24 hours.

Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).

Grease and line multiple cake pans with parchment paper using butter and flour.

Cream together softened butter and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.

Sift the eggs to remove any shell pieces and incorporate them into the mixture.

Gradually add the eggs to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition.

Sift together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.

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