Trini Black Fruit Cake - Caribbean Rum Cake - Episode 466

It's never to early to start soaking your fruits in preparation for making your fruit cake for Christmas.
Christmas is not complete in Trinidad or the Caribbean without a Black Fruit Cake. This cake is soaked in Brandy and other spirits after it's done baking and while still hot to give it that delicious moist texture. I promise you this is way better than my other recipe and yes this recipe can be doubled. In this recipe I used up all of the pureed fruit in the cake.
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup cherries
1/4 cup prunes
1/4 cup mixed peel
1/4 cup cherry brandy
1/2 cup spiced rum or brandy
1/4 cup creme de cassis
1/4 cup white rum
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2 cups pureed fruit or all of the pureed fruit
1 cup soft unsalted butter or 2 sticks or 16 tbsp. or 1 block
1 1/4 cup sugar
3 large eggs
2 cups flour
2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp nutmeg
1/2 cup Browning
Zest from 1 lime
Zest from 1 orange
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp mixed essence
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To soak the cake
1/2 cup Hennessey brandy or any dark rum of your choice
2 tbsp white rum
2 tbsp cherry brandy or crème de cassis
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[@jenmaharaj3603]

Thanks Natasha made it twice already very moist an nice! Very detailed recipe 🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@purslanedandelion112]

When I thought about black cake I didn't think twice 😀!!! I went straight to Natasha's channel.....definitely the best 👍👍❤❤🙏🙏

[@iamgoldy55]

Best black cake recipe I have ever used in my 45 years of make black cake. Awesome. Thanks much.

[@potdog1000]

i have just made it It's in the oven as i write, i licked the spoon & it transported me back to the 60s when my mates mam ( she was Trinidadian) made it

[@AlexWilliams-qf3rp]

Natasha I said this before but it's worth repeating...your black cake recipe is unbeatable. About 4 years I've been using your recipes and my customers keep coming back..they love it ...I have to give you the credit. Thanks soooooo much.

[@naty1012]

I used her sweetbread recipe and I too have gained customers ! 🤣 I have an order to make her sorrel sweetbread for Christmas. I always direct persoms close to me to this channel.

[@AlexWilliams-qf3rp]

@@naty1012 Yea man..seriously the recipes she gives are truly very good. I've had several orders this season already and some still to be delivered. I love her recipes

[@sulac3048]

My daughter made this cake for the first time. I am so proud of her it tasted delicious. Natasha you are the best cook on you tube. Thank you for sharing.🌷

[@roseguy1949]

I did not hear how much flour, butter and sugar

[@ronniihoward5143]

Made this cake yesterday. Had to be the first to taste it so i left enough after filling the large pan to place in 4 cupcake silicone molds. Girrrrrllllll this black cake is the 💣 ✔💯

[@AsWeSpeak154]

You can make this cake without soaking the fruits. I steam them on the stove in some port (wine). After it's cooled, then I add the other alcohol like the rum etc. Steaming cuts down on the baking time too. Thanks for sharing another good video.

[@suankwihua4540]

S Darling .

[@len1045678]

I glade you brought that up ppl think it's a must soak when is not really a must

[@nats1543]

i too don't soak my fruits. i do the very same method as you said

[@User55847]

Going to do it this way as I just discovered this cake and want to make it for the holidays. This is a great channel. Looking forward to making more of the recipes.

[@naty1012]

@@User55847 I blend and soak my fruits just today, the beginning of december and that's fine.

[@sandanista2002]

Really appreciate you showing us the cake when cut.

[@shraynerodriguez9017]

Yes Natasha ! Made it for the first time this year & I am so proud ! Thank you

[@marissamohan7630]

It's the first time I ever made black cake and it came out fabulous. Thank you very much. I love all of your cooking.

[@tashantearcher1531]

For the first time I tried it by my self it came out very good Thank you Natasha 😘👍👍👍

[@marisac2691]

Natasha I tried this recipe last week on christmas day. (First time making black cake) It was soooo delicious!! Got two cakes and it didnt even last the 4 days. My sister who doesnt even like black cake took 3 slices. Much love and thanks. Keep up the good work.

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Marisa Charles so happy to hear thank you for trying the recipe. Happy New Year to you and your family.

[@marisac2691]

Trini Cooking with Natasha Thank you and same to you.

[@deborahcharles4801]

You are a Godsend. Making this for my dad's father's day gift.

[@sheryl3259]

I have used this recipe more than once, turns out beautifully. Thank you.

[@amc9105]

Natasha your recipie sounds great real Trini baking I love my recipie is almost the same way I am aTrinidadian 👍 Love it 🥰

[@limingwithsammie5141]

Absolutely in love with the texture and colour of this cake 👍😋

[@vannabhagwandeen4589]

Quick question if I am using three eggs how much sugar how much flour and how much butter can you please help me I would love to make one but not sure about it

[@lesdav7091]

I have made this cake today and it came out great. I altered it to make cupcakes and 1 small cake.

[@michellemwilliams8264]

Just tried out this recipe …..fingers crossed hope it comes out gr8…..

[@neishamohammed2746]

hi natasha love all your videos..do u have any recipes with non alco black cake cupcake I wanna try baking some j never made it before

[@riaramcharitar6818]

This recipe is on point! I made this cake and it is definitely moist and perfect! Love it!

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Awesome!!!! Thank you

[@sandylady7]

Tried this cake today and I am so happy with the results. Thank u so much for sharing.

[@richaelramdeo5180]

Hi Natasha. Love ur recipes. Quick question after u bake the cake is it necessary to soak it with the mix of rum or can I leave that step out and just serve the cake.

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Richael Ramdeo you can leave it out but it msy not be as moist

[@trinigirl8792]

Love how you stated how much of the pureed fruits to use great job

[@naty1012]

Yes that is a great help.

[@nitsrah]

Thank you,Natascha! This helps when you need to make a smaller cake. Yay!

[@knottyhead9458]

Four days of soaking? Girl great cake does not last that long without being cut in my family. Just smelling it baking makes people come around. Nice detailed video.

[@jetlaggedchef6806]

Great video! Do you cover it with plastic wrap during the 4 days you're soaking it? Or do you just leave it uncovered?

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Covered with plastic wrap

[@nixonmitchell1637]

Lovely to see you bake ah hole Christmas cake. People enjoy the special moments of festive season my my mouth water 💦

[@amekhan4058]

Hi Natasha, I hav a fruit cake in d oven as I type this review. I'm smiling ear to ear cause I knw it's gonna be AMAZING since I cld'nt stop licking d bowl. Your recipes are 🔥🔥🔥🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆

[@vidiyaramdial8985]

Hi Natasha what can I use in place of cherry brandy we don’t have the Trinidad cherry brandy here thanks

[@fearyfore]

I'll be using this recipe to make my cake today, I soaked my fruits in cherry brandy, royal oak and puncheon, of course after I bake it I'll have to soak it so I won't be tasting it till the end of the week, can't wait.

[@candymohammed7922]

Hi natasha I have some leftover fruits soaking from last year that I'd love to use. Can I just add some more to make 2 cups total an continue with this recipe?

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Yes u can

[@candymohammed7922]

@@TriniCookingwithNatasha Thank u Natasha Merry Christmas to you and yours

[@doreennarayanan6923]

I love your fruit cake it looks moist and delicious I love it 🥰 thanks for sharing

[@sandraboxill1322]

Great recipe...just baked one, it's still in the oven for the first hour, about to turn down for second hour and a half...will let you know the results...keeping my fingers cross..😎

[@sandraboxill1322]

Natasha you are awesome...I've made this recipe several times since, and received many compliments....thanks love...I'm baking another tomorrow 😎

[@AstralPrincess]

Sandra Boxill Hello. How many cakes does this recipe yield? Thanks ☆

[@sandraboxill1322]

Hi, it depends on the size pan, she has two recipes on KZbin, one recipe is suppose you give you two, the other gives five. I use the one for two, but the two that I get is the loaf pan size. I hope that's helpful 😎

[@estersooknanan9939]

Hi Natasha My question is, how do I achieve a cake with a flat top? Mine always comes out with a dome and after soaking it sinks a little bit. I saw on KZbin to wrap a damn towel around the pan when baking. Can you tell me if this works. Thanks and merry Christmas and blessed New Year

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

I have never tried that so I cant say sorry.

[@artqueen3204]

All your recipes are the best!! Thank you for a wonderful job.

[@nirvanabesai128]

Trini in the house. Thanks.

[@carolyncampbell6718]

Hello. What is the volume of your soaked fruit mixture after blending? Thank you.

[@aaudain1]

Yes that's a real black fruit cake awesome

[@linamora]

We have a similar cake in Colombia made with wine instead of rum but is nothing like the Trini black cake! My bff in Trinidad used to make a good one but kept her recipe to herself 🙄🤦🏼‍♀️ I'll try to make mine in 2 weeks hopefully it'll be as good as yours 🤗

[@thesisterschannel7953]

Hi natasha did you sift the dry ingredients

[@hamidansankar5293]

Could u please clarify the measuring cup 2 said 2 cups of fruits but that measuring cups holds 2 cups and you use 2 of that measuring cups so in total you use 4 cups correct me if I am wrong thanks you have amazing recipes

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Yes I said 2 cups but I ended up using all 4 cups , its optional to use all 4.

[@hamidansankar5293]

@@TriniCookingwithNatasha thanks

[@hamidansankar5293]

What size pan did you use cake looks delicious

[@tinalove5658]

This is one of the best Xmas black fruit cake.

[@sharinasingh5180]

I am trying this tomorrow I have my fruit from last Christmas so any one eating this cake should be getting a super kick lol

[@marialouis3516]

Is it ok to soak in a plastic container, also can I leave the fruits whole until I am ready to bake?

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Yes it is

[@glendafuentes8212]

Hey! you make everything so nice I just like looking at your videos .this cake look so nice and yummy .I am happy for this video I don't know how to make cake .i am going to make one .Thanks for the video ..

[@julianiles5477]

Hi Natasha,1 to2 cake,how many flour & and butter. En

[@annmariejhingoorie7584]

How you supposed to know how much flour, butter to use

[@ljtilmon]

I would like to try this recipe (haven't been baking very long) but I need to know what the peels are. They don't look like citrus peels, so what peels are they?

[@angel-hi6xd]

Lynn Tilmon they are the cubed colourful fruits she threw in the bowl at 1:10

[@Adele-d9k]

I would love to make this but I don't use eggs,or dairy....So any ideas...Thank you

[@sharinasingh5180]

I am trying this tomorrow .

[@jamaicaninthekitchen4358]

Love your recipes I tried the coconut bread today and it taste great.

[@janicejulittejosephlett5453]

Thank you for sherring

[@senaramnarinesingh8495]

Hi...instead of using all those different type of rum can I use the cherry brandy alone to soak before & after...dat would be like 11/4 cups cherry brandy

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Sure

[@senaramnarinesingh8495]

I forget to ask do u sift ur flour when making all ur cakes...wen do u sift....while taking d measurement or after u take d measurement of d flour

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

@@senaramnarinesingh8495 sometimes I forget and it still comes out great

[@senaramnarinesingh8495]

Thanks Natasha,thanks for ur wonderful recipes,continue to help us in our kitchen & season greetings to u & ur family always have a blessed day

[@naty1012]

Can I use cherry brandy only? Would the fruits stay for weeks without spoiling?

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Yes you can not it won't spoil. You can always refrigerate

[@naty1012]

@@TriniCookingwithNatasha which white rum did you use?

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

@@naty1012 Bacardi

[@misstherese7814]

Thank you .... cant wait to bake this cake in December 2017 ... I have 9 pounds of fruits stewing (Bajan recipe) and I'm so glad I have a recipe where I only need to use 2 cups of the fruit mix. I can keep the rest for another year; by the way how long will it keep?

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Bajan Tad it last months.

[@sandraboxill1322]

Bajan Tad....these fruits last a very long time. As long as you keep them in a dark place tightly covered.

[@karenlopez9417]

Bajan Tad: This recipe is for half a pound of cake.Natasha used 2 cups of fruits to half a pound of butter If you are making one pound of cake then you need to use at least 4 cups of the fruits to one pound of butter.

[@lisaleeann806]

Hi does this cake raise higher during baking?

[@allisah3332]

Can you use vodka only in this cake?

[@crochetbysass]

I enjoy this video. where did you purchase your cake pan.

[@sharinasingh5180]

Where do you find the creme de cassis I live in Toronto

[@aggiea7544]

Hello! Are they candied cherries?

[@nickabellz1844]

Hi Natasha where did you get the creme de cassis to buy

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

The liquor store in the US

[@camillerogers763]

Looks delicious

[@makedamcclean2792]

what are the exact measurements of the fruits and also the liquor for soaking or it doesn't matter?

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Its listed in the description box

[@gaileyhughes1652]

Hi ! Small version is the bomb! Can u please give measurements.. green as grass trying to bake...

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

It's in the description box

[@rsookram7200]

I love your fruit cake so much

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

🙈🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💜

[@judyespinett5347]

Hi. I have looked at you several times, I like your style, however I would like to see your recipe, which I can't find..

[@nooralanoor5196]

I think I'm gonna get drunk eating this cake 😂😂

[@sandraboxill1322]

Nureen Khan..lol...maybe..just maybe...enjoy

[@malikahallaham5082]

A little high. You'll be fine. Lol

[@nicolenicole7318]

Hi Natasha what can I use to replace the eggs (not apple sauce)

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Greek yogurt

[@nicolenicole7318]

@@TriniCookingwithNatasha thank you

[@Meera803]

Is der anywhere I can speed up d process of soaking ..I only have 1 week

[@sandanista2002]

Boil the fruits with some water and spices. Let it cool, and put in a jar. I did mine like that, left it for a week, but you can use same day if you start in the morning. Just make sure the fruits have completely cooled down. You can’t add warm fruits to your cake mixture.

[@princesslisasweety3479]

Natasha how long did u soak your fruits for? I know u said a few weeks to a year but how long was yours?.

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Princesslisa Sweety one month

[@princesslisasweety3479]

Trini Cooking with Natasha Thank you

[@naty1012]

You seem to prefer this recipe over the other. I will try it but with less rum.

[@abigailashby6347]

What type of brownening did you use?

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Abigail Ashby Grace

[@janetparia6231]

Hi Natasha can u make a eggless rum cake, recipe for 1 cake. Thanks

[@richaelramdeo5180]

Hi. Is it a must that you put the white rum?

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Feel free to use what rum you would like.

[@richaelramdeo5180]

@@TriniCookingwithNatasha I used the cherry brand and Jonny Walker black label also added in some ginger wine. Would it still give the same great taste like the one u did or would it make a big difference?

[@davidmaxey656]

Does this cake require refrigeration, and also does it need to age?

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

No it doesn't. It can last a few months.

[@marissas2744]

will definitely be trying this for Christmas

[@monsharrieb9122]

How much oz or grams of butter should I use?

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

227g

[@gwensimmons_gigi1629]

Happy New Year, Natasha! Keep cooking right into 2018!😘👍🏾👏🏾❤️

[@marygould2629]

yummy love the way you made it look easy...

[@dianneseals237]

hi tarsh what to put as a substitute to replace eggs don't have any

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Use 1 cup mayo

[@dianneseals237]

thanks

[@sharese4460]

Oh my gosh! I cannot wait to make this 😋😋

[@vanessajagger-alexander1229]

This looks good

[@casiatree4834]

Can you send a link for the 5 cakes?

[@satierickhi3803]

Best recipe.

[@mrsunstoppable2049]

Can't wait to try this! Yum

[@alicagilbert3107]

Hi Natasha I tried to get Creame de cassis here in Grenada but no where has it so i used cake mix.

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

Kay DeBellotte thats ok if u dont have it

[@alicagilbert3107]

wine sorry

[@donna6909]

Hi Natasha do I really have to blend up the fruits or can I leave it whole?....an would it come out the same?

[@jermellecharles4675]

U can live it whole. But blending adds more moisture to the cake.

[@shivasookram7857]

wat can be used instead off eggs?

[@naty1012]

Greek yogurt...she replied to this question already

[@naty1012]

Or 1 cup mayo

[@flatbedladyv2191]

I am buyinb my fruits this week fo Dec'18. I already promised some Americans some black cake

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

v griffith nice

[@waheedaali5580]

Does fruit cake drop?

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

yes if it has less flour or if it doesnt cook all the way through.

[@jaishreesingh5318]

How much cakes did you get out of this?

[@adha2870]

Looks delicious. Can I make this cake with non Alcoholic wine 🍷 or champagne ?🍾

[@TriniCookingwithNatasha]

You can use a malts or non alcoholic wine.

[@jermellecharles4675]

This is Caribbean style christmas cake it taste best with alcohol.

[@adha2870]

Jermelle Charles good for you. Some people can’t have alcohol if they’re taking medicine. Thanks for your concern.

[@nitsrah]

It is good to make our traditional cakes with a a quality juice substitute and still enjoy a lovely cake. S Some people can not have alcohol and I like knowing what to use for those who can not.

[@allyson874]

Heyy! What size cake pan was this please??

[@susiesankar4545]

I tried this recipe an it came out good

[@saritaali1435]

I was patiently awaiting this 😉😊

[@shirleybrewster9780]

princess pinkito y yeah recipe is marvelous I would like to get the ingredients to see how I can make that back ache thank you very much

[@daniellaramsingh6911]

Let it sit in d fridge ?

[@sachinramsundar6968]

do I have to put the rum tell me what to do i don't drink

[@rhonanoriega1703]

You can soak / boil the fruits in orange juice....so you can do that the night before because the juice would go bad if you just soak for that length of time❣🇹🇹

[@sachinramsundar6968]

can i used more fruits to this an add the same 2 cups

[@anij3222]

Omg gonna start soaking for Christmas