Brazilian recipe
Quick Banana Tart (Torta de banana)
A classic, no-fuss banana treat, layered with fruit and finished with a perfectly golden topping.
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Ingredients
6 to 8 bananas, peeled and sliced lengthwise
1 cup seedless raisins
Ground cinnamon to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 tsp baking powder
120g melted margarine
3 whole eggs, beaten with 1 tsp sugar
1 cup seedless raisins
Ground cinnamon to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 tsp baking powder
120g melted margarine
3 whole eggs, beaten with 1 tsp sugar
Where to find ingredients
Find these pantry staples at local supermarkets or grocery stores in Barbados. Select ripe, firm bananas from the produce section. For the best results, use fresh, high-quality ground cinnamon from the spice aisle. If preferred, butter may be used as a substitute for margarine.
Preparation method
- Grease a 25 cm by 4.5 cm round baking pan.
- Line the bottom of the pan with the sliced bananas.
- Scatter the raisins evenly over the bananas.
- Sprinkle with ground cinnamon to taste and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, and baking powder.
- Spread this dry mixture evenly over the banana layer in the pan.
- Drizzle the entire surface with the melted margarine.
- Pour the beaten egg and sugar mixture over the top.
- Bake in a preheated moderate oven for approximately 40 minutes.
Observations
This recipe is a Brazilian classic that is loved by everyone for its simplicity and the comforting, aromatic blend of banana and cinnamon. It is an ideal companion for a relaxing afternoon tea or coffee.
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