Brazilian recipe
Coffee Cake
Coffee cake is a classic Brazilian dessert that combines the intense flavor of coffee with a structured batter and a velvety filling.
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Ingredients
5 eggs
2 cups (240ml) granulated sugar
100 g walnuts, ground
100 g semi-sweet chocolate, grated
1 cup (240ml) boiling milk
2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
300 g unsalted butter
1 can (395g) condensed milk
3 tablespoons instant coffee granules
1/2 cup (120ml) brandy
2 cups (240ml) granulated sugar
100 g walnuts, ground
100 g semi-sweet chocolate, grated
1 cup (240ml) boiling milk
2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
300 g unsalted butter
1 can (395g) condensed milk
3 tablespoons instant coffee granules
1/2 cup (120ml) brandy
Where to find ingredients
Ingredients can be found at most supermarkets. Specialty baking ingredients might be available at baking supply stores or larger grocery stores.
Preparation method
- Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form
- Incorporate egg yolks one by one
- Gradually add sugar, ground walnuts, grated chocolate, and boiling milk
- Gently mix in the sifted all-purpose flour and baking powder
- Transfer the batter to a greased round cake pan
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 40 minutes
- Remove from oven, unmold, and let cool completely
- For the filling, beat the butter until creamy
- Dissolve the instant coffee granules in 1 tablespoon of hot water
- Gradually add condensed milk and dissolved coffee to the butter, beating until a homogeneous cream forms
- Cut the cake in half and moisten the halves with brandy
- Spread one layer of frosting in the center and cover the entire surface of the cake with the remaining cream
Observations
This recipe results in a balanced and sophisticated cake. The secret to the success of this preparation is to beat the butter well to ensure the frosting is light and homogeneous.
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