Sweet Bread (Christmas Cake)(Virgin Islands Native

Name: Sweet Bread (Christmas Cake)(Virgin Islands Native Recipe)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 yeast cake; 1 c. warm water; 3 lb. flour; 1 Tbsp. sugar; 4 tsp. cinnamon; 1 1/4 lb. shortening; 1 1/2 lb. sugar; 6 eggs; 2 tsp. salt; 1/2 lb. currants; 1/2 lb. raisins; 1/2 lb. prunes; 1/4 lb. citron; 1 tsp. mace; 1/4 tsp. cloves; 1/4 tsp. nutmeg; 4 tsp. orange peel; 1 qt. milk (hot); 2 oz. bitter almonds; 1/4 lb. sweet almonds

Servings: persons

1 yeast cake
1 c. warm water
3 lb. flour
1 Tbsp. sugar
4 tsp. cinnamon
1 1/4 lb. shortening
1 1/2 lb. sugar
6 eggs
2 tsp. salt
1/2 lb. currants
1/2 lb. raisins
1/2 lb. prunes
1/4 lb. citron
1 tsp. mace
1/4 tsp. cloves
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
4 tsp. orange peel
1 qt. milk (hot)
2 oz. bitter almonds
1/4 lb. sweet almonds

1
Dissolve yeast cake into 1 cup of warm water.
2
Add flour enough to make stiff batter.
3
Add 1 tablespoon sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon; beat until smooth.
4
Cover and set to rise.
5
Cream shortening and sugar.
6
Add eggs, one at a time.
7
Add prepared yeast mixture and salt.
8
Add fruits and beat well.
9
Sift flour with spices, add alternately with hot milk.
10
Beat until light.
11
Add nuts.
12
Pour into greased tins; allow to rise double in size.
13
Brush with syrup before and after baking.
14
(Syrup is made of brown sugar and water.)
15
Bake at 375u00b0.
16
The addition of 1/4 cup of cherry cordial or guavaberry liquor gives it the Christmas touch!

2402

kcal

Calories

Fat

449

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 yeast cake, 1 c. warm water, 3 lb. flour, 1 Tbsp. sugar, and more.

Yes, Sweet Bread (Christmas Cake)(Virgin Islands Native Recipe) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sweet Bread (Christmas Cake)(Virgin Islands Native Recipe)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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