Brazilian recipe
Easy Fluffy Banana Cake (Bolo de banana e fofinho)
A classic, foolproof banana cake recipe whipped up in a blender. It’s wonderfully moist, tender, and the perfect companion for an afternoon tea or coffee.
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Ingredients
2 large eggs
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup boiling water
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
4 ripe Cavendish bananas
Granulated sugar and ground cinnamon to taste, for dusting
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup boiling water
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
4 ripe Cavendish bananas
Granulated sugar and ground cinnamon to taste, for dusting
Where to find ingredients
You can find all staples like flour, sugar, and oil at local supermarkets or grocery shops. Cavendish bananas are widely available at fresh produce markets or street-side fruit stalls.
Preparation method
- In a blender jar, combine the eggs, boiling water, vegetable oil, and one of the bananas, sliced into rounds.
- Process the mixture thoroughly until completely smooth.
- Pour the liquid mixture into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the all-purpose flour and granulated sugar to the bowl, folding them in with a spoon or a whisk until just combined.
- Gently stir in the baking powder, being careful not to overmix.
- Grease a round baking pan with butter and lightly dust it with flour.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Slice the remaining three bananas lengthwise and arrange them decoratively over the top of the batter.
- Dust the surface of the cake with a sprinkle of sugar and ground cinnamon to your liking.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C until the top is golden brown and the cake feels firm to the touch. Insert a toothpick into the center to ensure it comes out clean before removing from the oven.
Observations
This banana cake is a staple in Brazilian home kitchens, celebrated for its unfailing simplicity and cozy, nostalgic flavor. Perfectly suited for a morning treat or an afternoon pick-me-up, it balances the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a light, airy crumb that makes every bite comfortingly delicious. The preparation is incredibly efficient, relying on a blender to pull the wet ingredients together quickly, ensuring a perfectly smooth and consistent batter every time.
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