The Barbados Rum Cake is an icon served here and throughout the Caribbean; ranging from commercially produced to the more craft and boutique style cakes.
The Barbados Rum Cake is an icon served here and throughout the Caribbean; ranging from commercially produced to the more craft and boutique style cakes.
Culinary historians believe that what is known today as “Caribbean Rum Cake” originated as a steamed pudding brought to the Caribbean by English settlers – firstly as a figgy-type pudding in the mid-seventeenth century which was modified over time to become the festive Great Cake as well as the White Angel Cake, still enjoyed today.
As chefs had to worry about storing food in the warm and humid temperatures, sugar and alcohol began to play an important role in preserving food. The moist Rum Cake remains fresh for 3 to 6 months (up to a year for the larger cakes). Rum is a powerful natural preservative!
For a truly authentic Rum Cake made with the finest local rum, Barbados Rum Cakes is your go-to source. Or here’s how you can make your own:
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