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Black Cake (Caribbean Rum Fruit Cake)

Recipe by SakaFeteFood

A rich, dark, moist Caribbean black cake made with rum‑soaked dried fruit, spices, molasses and a hint of cocoa. Perfect for holidays or special celebrations.

MediumCaribbeanServes 12

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Source Video
1h 23m
Prep
1h 15m
Cook
19m
Cleanup
2h 57m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$32.10
Per serving:$2.68

Critical Success Points

  • Processing the soaked fruit into a smooth paste.
  • Not over‑mixing after adding the flour.
  • Checking doneness with a knife.
  • Pouring the rum‑wine soak while the cake is hot.

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven and hot cake with oven mitts to avoid burns.
  • Alcohol is flammable; keep away from open flames when heating the rum‑wine mixture.

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