Brazilian recipe
Brazilian Apple Citrus Sponge Cake (Bolo Sensação)
A classic Brazilian homemade treat, this 'Bolo Sensação' is loved for its airy texture and the perfect balance of fresh apple and zesty citrus.
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Ingredients
200 grams margarine
1 cup sugar
3 eggs (separated into yolks and whites)
1 grated apple
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornstarch
1 dessert spoon baking powder
1 cup sugar
3 eggs (separated into yolks and whites)
1 grated apple
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornstarch
1 dessert spoon baking powder
Where to find ingredients
Margarine, sugar, eggs, apples, lemons, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and baking powder are readily available at all local supermarkets and general grocery stores. In Namibia, look for 'cake flour' or 'standard wheat flour' in the baking aisle. Cornstarch is often labelled as 'maize starch' or 'cornflour'. Fresh produce like apples and lemons can be found in the fresh fruits and vegetables section of any local shop.
Preparation method
- Cream the margarine and sugar together until pale and fluffy
- Stir in the grated apple
- Add the lemon zest and the egg yolks
- Continue beating the mixture until completely smooth
- Gently fold in the flour
- Mix in the cornstarch
- Stir in the baking powder
- Fold the whisked egg whites into the batter with delicate strokes
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake tin
- Bake in a preheated oven at medium heat for 40 minutes
Observations
This cake is a family favourite for afternoon tea. It turns out incredibly moist and flavourful, made with simple pantry staples you likely already have on hand.
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