Brazilian recipe
Pão de Ló (Sponge Cake)
Pão de Ló is a classic of Brazilian confectionery, known for its light, airy texture and simple preparation with few ingredients.
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Ingredients
6 large eggs
6 tablespoons granulated sugar
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 level tablespoon baking powder
6 tablespoons granulated sugar
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 level tablespoon baking powder
Where to find ingredients
Widely available at any supermarket in the dairy or egg section.
Available at any supermarket in the baking aisle.
Available at any supermarket in the baking aisle. For best results, use a low-protein flour if available.
Available at any supermarket in the baking aisle.
Available at any supermarket in the baking aisle.
Available at any supermarket in the baking aisle. For best results, use a low-protein flour if available.
Available at any supermarket in the baking aisle.
Preparation method
- Separate the egg whites from the yolks
- Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form
- Add the yolks one by one, with the mixer still running
- Gradually add the sifted sugar, without stopping the mixer
- Carefully sift the all-purpose flour
- Turn off the mixer and gently incorporate the flour into the batter
- Use delicate folding motions from bottom to top to maintain aeration
- Mix in the baking powder last
- Bake in a preheated oven at medium temperature until golden brown
Observations
This is a fundamental base recipe for various cakes and desserts. The secret to a perfect result is the delicate incorporation of the flour, maintaining air in the batter so the cake rises and becomes very soft.
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