MY OWN CARIBBEAN CHRISTMAS FRUIT CAKE ALSO KNOWN AS GREAT CAKE
This is a dense fruit cake that is prepared for Christmas and for weddings in Barbados and other areas in the Caribbean. It is usually sweet and soaked in alcohol. The fruit mixture can be prepared many months in advance and allowed to soak.
Provided by Catinthecloud
Categories Dessert
Time 5h
Yield 1 large cake, 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- About three months before preparation of the cake mix or puree the fruits.
- Pour the alcohol over them and allow them to soak.
- Cream the sugar and butter together.
- Add the eggs two at a time.
- Add the essence and angostura bitters.
- Combine the dry ingredients and spices with the flour and add them to the batter.
- Add the colouring to the mixture.
- A wooden spoon should be able to stand in the mixture with falling to easily.
- Grease and double line a large cake pan.
- Cover the pan with foil paper.
- Place a shallow pan of water in the bottom of the oven. This is to increase the moisture of the cake.
- Bake at 250- 300°F for 2-3 hours.
- Test for doneness with a skewer after about 2 hours.
- When done, prick the cake with a skewer repeatedly and pour sweet red wine all over the cake.
- Replace wine when the cake has soaked it up.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 757.6, Fat 32.6, SaturatedFat 15.9, Cholesterol 141.8, Sodium 406.9, Carbohydrate 101.1, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 65.8, Protein 8.5
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Joe LaPlant
[email protected]This fruit cake is a bit of a challenge to make, but it's so worth it. The end result is a beautiful and delicious cake that's perfect for any special occasion.
Prince Udochukwu
[email protected]I've been making this fruit cake for years, and it's always a hit. The flavors are amazing, and the cake is so moist and dense.
Egbugha Chimdindu
[email protected]This fruit cake is the perfect holiday treat. It's moist, flavorful, and festive. I will definitely be making this again next year.
Samuel Baltazar
[email protected]I made this cake for a Christmas party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the moist, flavorful cake and the colorful fruit.
Golden Woleru
[email protected]This fruit cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's well worth the effort. The cake is so moist and flavorful, and the fruit is perfectly balanced.
Shinebayar Bolderdene
[email protected]This fruit cake is a labor of love, but it's so worth it. The end result is a beautiful and delicious cake that's perfect for any special occasion.
Samuel Sillah
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making this cake, but I'm so glad I did! It's absolutely delicious. The flavors are amazing, and the cake is so moist and dense.
Yousif Muthana
[email protected]This fruit cake is a bit of a challenge to make, but it's so worth it. The end result is a beautiful and delicious cake that's perfect for any special occasion.
DK RASHED VAI
[email protected]I've been making this fruit cake for years, and it's always a hit. The flavors are amazing, and the cake is so moist and dense.
jayden ramos
[email protected]This fruit cake is the perfect holiday treat. It's moist, flavorful, and festive. I will definitely be making this again next year.
Arun Das
[email protected]I made this cake for a Christmas party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the moist, flavorful cake and the colorful fruit.
Mdmijanur Islam
[email protected]This fruit cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's well worth the effort. The cake is so moist and flavorful, and the fruit is perfectly balanced.
Haji Baba
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of fruit cake, but this recipe changed my mind. This cake is moist, flavorful, and not too sweet. I will definitely be making this again.
Tonmoy Khan
[email protected]This fruit cake is a labor of love, but it's so worth it. The end result is a beautiful and delicious cake that's perfect for any special occasion.
Minhaj Akanda Official
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making this cake, but I'm so glad I did! It's absolutely delicious. The flavors are amazing, and the cake is so moist and dense.
Peter Karimi
[email protected]This is the best fruit cake I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the fruit is perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again.
Tenaya Robinson
[email protected]I've made this cake for Christmas the past two years, and it's always a hit. Everyone loves the moist, flavorful cake and the colorful fruit.
Dineshs Ho
[email protected]This fruit cake is a true taste of the Caribbean! The flavors are so rich and complex, and the cake is so moist and dense. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly.