Brazilian recipe
Simple and Fluffy Banana Cake (Bolo de banana)
A classic banana cake recipe that is easy to prepare in a blender. Perfect for tea time, featuring a moist and delicious crumb.
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Ingredients
2 eggs
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup boiling water
2 cups all-purpose wheat flour
2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
4 ripe bananas-nanicas
Sugar and ground cinnamon to taste, for dusting
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup boiling water
2 cups all-purpose wheat flour
2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
4 ripe bananas-nanicas
Sugar and ground cinnamon to taste, for dusting
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local supermarkets such as Carrefour, Naivas, or Chandarana. Look for fresh produce in the fruit section, and standard pantry staples in the baking aisle. If you cannot find bananas-nanicas, you may substitute with any large, sweet, ripe yellow variety available locally.
Preparation method
- In a blender jar, combine the eggs, boiling water, oil, and one sliced banana.
- Blend well until the mixture is completely smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the wheat flour and sugar to the bowl, stirring with a large spoon or a whisk until just incorporated.
- Gently fold in the baking powder.
- Grease a round cake 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 over the top of the batter.
- Sprinkle the top of the cake with sugar and cinnamon to taste.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C until the cake is golden brown and firm to the touch. Perform the toothpick test to ensure it is cooked through.
Observations
This banana cake is a staple in Brazilian kitchens, celebrated for its straightforward preparation and unmistakable flavor. Ideal for breakfast or an afternoon snack, it balances the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a light, airy crumb, making it a comforting treat for any occasion. The process is remarkably quick, using a blender to ensure a smooth, homogeneous batter in no time.
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