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Old‑Fashioned Gy Black Cake
A dense, dark, spiced fruit cake inspired by the classic Jamaican Gy Black Cake. Made with a blend of tropical fruit, warm spices, burnt sugar for a deep color, and finished with a rum‑wine soak. Perfect for holidays or special celebrations.
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Critical Success Points
- • Make burnt sugar syrup – prevents burning and ensures proper color
- • Cream butter and sugars until light and airy – creates tender crumb
- • Bake at low temperature with water bath – gives dense, moist texture
- • Soak cake with rum and wine while warm – infuses flavor and moisture
Safety Warnings
- • Burnt sugar reaches >350°F – handle with care to avoid burns.
- • Hot oven and water bath can cause scalds – use oven mitts.
- • Alcohol soak is flammable; keep away from open flame.
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