Brazilian recipe
Traditional Homemade Cuca Cake Recipe
Delicious homemade cuca cake with a fluffy dough and a crunchy crumble topping. A traditional Brazilian recipe, perfect for an afternoon snack.
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Ingredients
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups granulated sugar (for the dough)
1 cup milk
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the dough)
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 cup granulated sugar (for the crumble)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for the crumble)
1 to 2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the crumble)
Ground cinnamon to taste (for the crumble)
2 cups granulated sugar (for the dough)
1 cup milk
4 large eggs
2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the dough)
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 cup granulated sugar (for the crumble)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for the crumble)
1 to 2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the crumble)
Ground cinnamon to taste (for the crumble)
Where to find ingredients
All-purpose flour, granulated sugar, milk, eggs, butter or margarine, baking powder, and ground cinnamon are commonly found in the baking aisle of most supermarkets. The specific type of sugar is granulated. If you cannot find a specific type of butter or margarine, any standard unsalted butter or a neutral-flavored margarine will work. For a more authentic Brazilian flavor, some specialty Latin or Brazilian markets may carry specific types of flour or sugar, but standard supermarket options are perfectly suitable.
Preparation method
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs with 2 cups of sugar until you get a light and fluffy mixture
- Add 2 tablespoons of butter or margarine and mix well
- Add 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of milk, and 2 tablespoons of baking powder
- Mix all ingredients until a smooth and uniform batter forms
- Prepare the crumble: in another bowl, combine 1 cup of sugar, 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, and cinnamon to taste
- Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of butter or margarine to the crumble mixture
- With your fingertips, mix the crumble ingredients until you get a coarse sand texture
- Grease a baking pan with butter or margarine and sprinkle with all-purpose flour
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly
- Distribute the crumble mixture over the cake batter, covering the entire surface
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for approximately 40 to 50 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and cooked through
- Remove from the oven and let it cool before serving
Observations
Cuca is a traditional Brazilian cake, popular in various regions of the country, especially in the South. Its main characteristic is the soft and fluffy dough, covered by a crunchy, sweet crumble, often flavored with cinnamon. It's a versatile recipe, ideal for breakfast or afternoon snack, prepared with simple and easily accessible ingredients.
This cuca cake recipe has been adapted for home baking, with clear steps to ensure a perfect result, even for beginners in the kitchen. The combination of the soft cake with the texture of the crumble makes every bite a flavorful and comforting experience.
This cuca cake recipe has been adapted for home baking, with clear steps to ensure a perfect result, even for beginners in the kitchen. The combination of the soft cake with the texture of the crumble makes every bite a flavorful and comforting experience.
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