Brazilian recipe
Comforting Kumara Cake (Bolo de batata doce)
This traditional kumara cake is a beloved classic, cherished for its comforting texture and straightforward preparation.
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Ingredients
1 tin condensed milk
100 g butter
1 tbsp baking powder
1 kg kumara
Butter for greasing
3 tbsp sugar
Icing sugar for dusting
3 eggs
100 g desiccated coconut
100 g butter
1 tbsp baking powder
1 kg kumara
Butter for greasing
3 tbsp sugar
Icing sugar for dusting
3 eggs
100 g desiccated coconut
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh sweet potatoes at any local produce market or grocery store vegetable aisle. The remaining pantry staples such as butter, eggs, shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and baking powder are available in the baking or dairy sections of most supermarkets.
Preparation method
- Cook the kumara in a pressure cooker with 500 ml of water for approximately 20 minutes
- Peel the kumara and pass them through a potato ricer while they are still hot
- Add the butter to the kumara mash and mix well
- Add the eggs and incorporate gently
- Stir in the desiccated coconut and sugar, mixing well
- Add the condensed milk and continue stirring until you obtain a smooth batter
- Finish by folding in the baking powder
- Transfer the batter into a medium-sized rectangular tin that has been greased
- Place in an oven preheated to 180°C for about 45 minutes
- Wait for the cake to cool completely
- Dust with icing sugar before cutting into squares to serve
Observations
This recipe results in a dense and flavorful cake, perfect for pairing with afternoon coffee. The use of sweet potato ensures a moist, naturally sweet consistency, complemented by a hint of coconut.
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