There’s nothing quite like a traditional Guyanese Black Cake to make your holiday season complete. This classic recipe is sure to be a hit at your next gathering, and it’s easy to make too! Here are two recipes to get you started. Read on to learn how to make the perfect Guyanese black cake.
Guyanese Black Cake Recipe 1
Ingredients:
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 cup butter, at room temperature
- 2 cups white sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup dark rum
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1/2 cup dried currants
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped dates
- 1/2 cup chopped mixed candied fruit
- 1/2 cup chopped mixed nuts
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour one 9×13 inch pan.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger and allspice; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the rum, molasses, currants, raisins, dates, candied fruit and nuts.
- Stir the flour mixture into the creamed mixture until blended. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 238 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 44 mg
- Sodium: 73 mg
- Potassium: 74 mg
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 17 g
- Vitamin A: 257 IU
- Vitamin C: 0.2 mg
- Calcium: 32 mg
- Iron: 1.4 mg
Tips:
- For a more flavorful cake, soak the dried fruits in warm rum for several hours before adding them to the batter.
- For a richer cake, substitute half of the white sugar for brown sugar.
- For a more moist cake, substitute half of the butter for vegetable oil.
Notes:
This black cake recipe can be adapted to make cupcakes by baking in muffin tins.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve Guyanese black cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Guyanese Black Cake Recipe 2
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 cup butter, at room temperature
- 2 cups dark brown sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup dark rum
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1/2 cup dried currants
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped dates
- 1/2 cup chopped mixed candied fruit
- 1/2 cup chopped mixed nuts
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease and flour one 9×13 inch pan.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger and allspice; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the rum, molasses, currants, raisins, dates, candied fruit and nuts.
- Stir the flour mixture into the creamed mixture until blended. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 243 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 44 mg
- Sodium: 73 mg
- Potassium: 74 mg
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 21 g
- Vitamin A: 257 IU
- Vitamin C: 0.2 mg
- Calcium: 32 mg
- Iron: 1.4 mg
Tips:
- For a more flavorful cake, soak the dried fruits in warm rum for several hours before adding them to the batter.
- For a richer cake, substitute half of the white sugar for brown sugar.
- For a more moist cake, substitute half of the butter for vegetable oil.
Notes:
This black cake recipe can be adapted to make cupcakes by baking in muffin tins.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve Guyanese black cake with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is a Guyanese black cake?
A Guyanese black cake is a traditional Caribbean fruitcake made with rum, molasses, dried fruits and nuts. It is usually served at weddings and other special occasions.
How do you store black cake?
Black cake should be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, it can be frozen for up to 3 months.