Black cake : do you already know its ingredients?
Black cake is one of the most traditional cakes in Colombia. Its aroma, texture and flavour are unique. We explain what it contains.
There is no celebration without a delicious cake to entertain, enjoy, share. For this reason, today we will talk about the black cake . More than just a sweet, it is a tradition of our beloved Colombia. Join us on this occasion and discover what this cake represents.
Black cake: tradition in Colombia
This cake is very popular in different Latin American countries, such as Colombia. It is prepared with a combination of nuts and candied fruit in a maceration of sweet wine and rum. For this reason it is also called wedding cake or wine cake.
This is one of the Colombian homemade sweets that cannot be missed at any celebration. It is usually given as a wedding or Christmas gift. Its respective black color is due more than anything to the use of burnt panela in its preparation since it is moistened with sweet wine after it has been baked.
Now, according to history, this sweet was introduced in the 19th century by the French in Venezuela and Argentina. During the journey, they imagined the recipe for a cake with easy-to-preserve ingredients such as rum, honey and candied fruit (Recipes from Colombia, 2021).
What does this famous cake contain?
Among Colombian desserts, the preparation of the Colombian black cake is a true ritual, since the fruits must be soaked in rum 2 to 3 weeks in advance. The mixture of candied fruits can vary. Some preparations include dried berries and raisins. It can be accompanied with milk, coffee, dark beer and wine.
As for the maceration of candied fruit, alcohols are used that can vary depending on the recipe. In certain areas of Colombia, sweet port wine is used. Other preparations use dark beer and even brandy. The important thing is that the longer the fruit has been macerated in alcohol, the tastier it will be. Maceration of the fruit, to get it to perfection, takes several weeks (Dadoun, 2018).
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Finally, we remind you that this sweet is very popular in Colombia. It is a recipe that has gained strength over the years, thanks to its characteristic wine flavor. It has conquered everyone's palate and is present in special celebrations such as first communions, baptisms, weddings, birthdays and Christmas. If a special date is approaching, then black cake is your solution.
Also, if you want to accompany this cake, we have a special kit with other Colombian products to sweeten your celebrations.
Remember that at Ruufe we are ready to accompany you on your most important dates and give a sweet flavor to your moments.
Bibliographic references
Dadoun, S.-E. (2018). Black Cake. 196 Flavors. https://www.196flavors.com/es/colombia-torta-negra/
Recipes from Colombia. (2021). Black or wine-infused cake, the favorite of Colombian celebrations . https://www.cocina-colombiana.com/articulos/torta-negra-o-envinada-la-preferida-de-los-festejos-colombianos
