Bahamian Papaya Rum Cake

Papaya is a tropical fruit that is rich in vitamins A and C, and it adds a unique flavor and moistness to this delicious rum cake.

This is non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Bahamian Papaya Rum Cake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Bahamian, Caribbean Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Non Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Papaya
• ¹⁄₂ cup Rum
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan.
2. In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Fold in the papaya and rum.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar and lime juice to make a glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cake.
8. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.