Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Traditional Cuca
A delicious homemade sweet bread with a light, fluffy crumb and a crunchy, buttery streusel topping. A classic treat perfect for tea time.
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Ingredients
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar (for the batter)
1 cup milk
4 eggs
2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the batter)
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 cup sugar (for the streusel)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for the streusel)
1 to 2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the streusel)
Ground cinnamon to taste (for the streusel)
2 cups sugar (for the batter)
1 cup milk
4 eggs
2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the batter)
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 cup sugar (for the streusel)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for the streusel)
1 to 2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the streusel)
Ground cinnamon to taste (for the streusel)
Where to find ingredients
All-purpose flour, sugar, milk, eggs, baking powder, and margarine are readily available at local markets, small grocery shops, or larger supermarkets in Guyana. Butter and cinnamon can be found in the baking aisle of any standard food store.
Preparation method
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs with 2 cups of sugar until the mixture is pale and fluffy
- Add 2 tablespoons of butter or margarine and mix well
- Incorporate 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of milk, and 2 tablespoons of baking powder
- Combine all ingredients until you have a smooth, uniform batter
- Prepare the streusel: in another bowl, combine 1 cup of sugar, 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, and cinnamon to taste
- Add 1 or 2 tablespoons of butter or margarine to the streusel mixture
- Using your fingertips, work the ingredients together until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs
- Grease a baking pan with margarine and dust it lightly with flour
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly
- Distribute the streusel over the top, covering the entire surface of the cake
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 40 to 50 minutes, or until the top is golden and a skewer comes out clean
- Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely before serving
Observations
Cuca is a beloved sweet loaf, cherished across many regions for its soft, airy sponge topped with a sweet, cinnamon-spiced streusel. It is a versatile choice for breakfast or a mid-afternoon snack, made using basic pantry staples that are easy to find. This recipe is designed for home baking with clear instructions to ensure a perfect result every time, even for beginners. The contrast between the tender cake and the crumbly topping makes every bite comforting and satisfying.
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