Brazilian recipe
Moist and Fluffy Banana Cake (Bolo de banana)
A classic banana cake recipe made in a blender. Perfect for an afternoon snack, this cake features a moist, tender crumb and wonderful flavor.
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Ingredients
2 eggs
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup boiling water
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
4 ripe Cavendish bananas
Sugar and ground cinnamon to taste for dusting
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup boiling water
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
4 ripe Cavendish bananas
Sugar and ground cinnamon to taste for dusting
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local supermarkets or general grocery stores. If Cavendish bananas are unavailable, any sweet, ripe banana variety serves as a suitable substitute.
Preparation method
- In a blender, 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 flour and sugar to the bowl and stir with a spoon or whisk until fully incorporated.
- Add the baking powder and fold it in gently.
- Grease a round baking pan with butter and dust it with flour.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Slice the remaining three bananas lengthwise and arrange them on 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 the center is baked through.
Observations
This banana cake is a staple of Brazilian home baking, cherished for its simplicity and unmistakable flavor. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, it balances the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a light, fluffy batter, making it a comforting treat for any occasion. The preparation is straightforward, using a blender to streamline the process and ensure a perfectly smooth consistency.
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