Brazilian recipe
Easy and Fluffy Banana Cake (Bolo de banana)
This classic banana cake is a breeze to whip up in a blender. It features a wonderfully moist, tender crumb that makes it the perfect accompaniment for your afternoon tea.
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Ingredients
2 large eggs
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup boiling water
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
4 ripe Cavendish bananas (bananas-nanicas)
Sugar and ground cinnamon to taste for sprinkling
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup boiling water
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
4 ripe Cavendish bananas (bananas-nanicas)
Sugar and ground cinnamon to taste for sprinkling
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these pantry staples at local markets and supermarkets in the baking and produce aisles. For the bananas-nanicas, local Cavendish bananas are the closest suitable substitute if the specific variety is not available.
Preparation method
- In a blender jar, combine the eggs, boiling water, oil, and one sliced banana.
- Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and homogeneous.
- Pour the blended mixture into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the all-purpose flour and sugar to the bowl, folding them in gently with a spoon or a wire whisk until well combined.
- Fold in the baking powder, mixing carefully to maintain the aerated texture.
- Grease a round baking tin with butter and lightly dust it with flour.
- Pour the prepared batter evenly into the baking tin.
- Slice the remaining three bananas lengthwise and arrange them artfully over the top of the batter.
- Sprinkle the top of the cake generously with sugar and ground cinnamon to your liking.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C until the cake is golden brown and springs back when touched. Perform a toothpick test to ensure it is cooked through.
Observations
This banana cake is a staple in Brazilian kitchens, celebrated for its uncomplicated charm and distinctive flavour. It is the perfect choice for a relaxed breakfast or an afternoon snack, pairing the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a light, airy crumb that offers pure comfort in every bite. The preparation is incredibly efficient, as using a blender ensures a perfectly smooth batter and saves you precious time in the kitchen.
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