Brazilian recipe
Traditional Homemade Cuca: An Easy Recipe
Delicious homemade cuca with a fluffy cake and a crunchy crumble topping. A traditional Brazilian recipe, perfect for an afternoon treat.
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Ingredients
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar (for the batter)
1 cup milk
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the batter)
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 cup granulated sugar (for the crumble)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for the crumble)
1 to 2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the crumble)
Ground cinnamon, to taste (for the crumble)
2 cups granulated sugar (for the batter)
1 cup milk
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the batter)
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 cup granulated sugar (for the crumble)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for the crumble)
1 to 2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the crumble)
Ground cinnamon, to taste (for the crumble)
Where to find ingredients
All-purpose flour, granulated sugar, milk, eggs, butter or margarine, baking powder, and ground cinnamon can be found at any local supermarket or grocery store. Look for butter or margarine in the dairy section.
Preparation method
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs with 2 cups of sugar until you get a light and fluffy mixture
- Add 2 tablespoons of butter or margarine and mix well
- Stir in 4 cups of flour, 1 cup of milk, and 2 tablespoons of baking powder
- Mix all ingredients until you form a smooth, even batter
- Prepare the crumble: in another bowl, combine 1 cup of sugar, 1/2 cup of flour, and ground cinnamon to your liking
- Add 1 or 2 tablespoons of butter or margarine to the crumble mixture
- Using your fingertips, mix the crumble ingredients until you get a coarse, sandy texture
- Grease a baking pan with margarine and dust it with flour
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly
- Distribute the crumble evenly over the cake batter, covering the entire surface
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 40 to 50 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and cooked through
- Remove from the oven and let it cool before serving
Observations
Cuca is a traditional Brazilian cake, popular in many parts of the country, especially in the South. Its main characteristic is a soft, fluffy dough topped with a crunchy, sweet crumb topping, often spiced with cinnamon. It's a versatile recipe, ideal for breakfast or an afternoon snack, made with simple, readily available ingredients.
This cuca recipe has been adapted for home baking, with clear steps to ensure a perfect result, even for kitchen beginners. The combination of the soft cake with the crumbly topping makes every bite a tasty and comforting experience.
This cuca recipe has been adapted for home baking, with clear steps to ensure a perfect result, even for kitchen beginners. The combination of the soft cake with the crumbly topping makes every bite a tasty and comforting experience.
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