JAMAICAN RUM FRUIT CAKE

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Categories     Cake     Fruit     Breakfast     Brunch     Bake     Christmas

Number Of Ingredients 17

FRUIT
1 cup dried currants
2-1/2 cups raisins
1-1/2 cups pitted dates -- chopped
1/2 cup candied cherries
1-1/2 cups mixed candied fruit
1-1/2 cups rum
CAKE
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup margarine -- softened
2 cups dark brown sugar
5 each eggs
3/4 cup almonds -- sliced

Steps:

  • Soak all fruit in rum 2-4 weeks. FOR CAKE: Grease and flour 2-3 loaf pans. Preheat oven to 275*F. Sift dry ingredients together. Cream margarine until light. Add sugar gradually, beating until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time. Add dry ingredients. Stir in fruit mixture and nuts. Pour batter into prepared loaf pans. Place on rack in preheated oven in center of oven. Place pan of water on lower rack. Bake at 275*F for 4 hours. Cool 1 hour. Remove from pans and cool completely. Wrap in foil and let ripen 3 weeks before serving.

Mahib Achakzai
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I'm not a very experienced baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great! I'm definitely going to try more recipes from this website.


zz media
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I made this recipe vegan by using plant-based butter and eggs. It turned out perfectly! I'm so glad I can enjoy this classic cake without compromising my values.


Nega Getahun
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I made this recipe gluten-free by using a gluten-free flour blend. It turned out great! I'm so happy I can enjoy this delicious cake again.


Johann Visser
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I love experimenting with different fruits and spices in this recipe. It's a great way to make the cake your own.


Erin gamer
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This recipe is very affordable, especially if you use store-bought fruitcake. It's a great way to save money without sacrificing taste.


Seen Connor
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This cake is the perfect ending to any meal. It's rich and decadent, but not too heavy.


Whyatt De Castro
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This recipe is a lifesaver for busy moms like me. I can make the cake ahead of time and it's always a hit at my kids' parties.


jawed Haroon
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I made this cake as a gift for my friends and family, and they all loved it! It's the perfect holiday gift.


Arthur The Cat
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I love the warm and spicy flavor of this cake. The rum glaze adds a nice sweetness, but it's not overpowering.


Alex Morales
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This was my first time making a rum fruit cake, and I'm so glad I used this recipe. It was easy to follow and the cake turned out perfectly. I'm definitely going to make this again.


remees km
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This cake is always a crowd-pleaser at my parties. I love that it can be sliced and served easily, and it's always a hit with both kids and adults.


Rebecca Owen
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I made a few substitutions to make this recipe a bit healthier. I used whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour, and I reduced the amount of sugar. The cake still turned out great!


Tebogo Makgoka
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I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. I made it a few weeks before Christmas and it was still moist and delicious on the big day.


Teodor Toto
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Oh my goodness, this cake is divine! The combination of fruits, rum, and spices is absolutely heavenly. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Kianna Thaxton
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This was my first time making a Jamaican rum fruit cake, and I'm so glad I gave it a try! The recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out perfectly. It was moist and flavorful, and the rum glaze added a delicious sweetness. I'll definitely be m


Nathaniel Leblanc
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I was a bit skeptical about using rum in a fruit cake, but I was pleasantly surprised by how well it complemented the other flavors. The cake was rich and decadent, and the rum added a nice warmth and depth of flavor.


Nisat Tasnim
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I tried this recipe for my family's Christmas gathering and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the moist and flavorful cake, and the rum glaze gave it a perfect touch. Will definitely be making this again.