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Traditional Homemade Cuca

Delicious homemade cuca with a fluffy dough and a crunchy streusel topping. A traditional Brazilian recipe, perfect for an afternoon snack.

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Traditional Homemade Cuca

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 streusel)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for the streusel)
1 or 2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the streusel)
Ground cinnamon to taste (for the streusel)

Where to find ingredients

All-purpose flour, granulated sugar, milk, eggs, butter or margarine, baking powder, and ground cinnamon can be found in most supermarkets and grocery stores.

Preparation method

  1. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with 2 cups of sugar until you get a light and fluffy mixture
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of butter or margarine and mix well
  3. Add 4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of milk, and 2 tablespoons of baking powder
  4. Stir all ingredients until you form a smooth and homogeneous batter
  5. Prepare the streusel: in another bowl, combine 1 cup of sugar, 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, and ground cinnamon to taste
  6. Add 1 or 2 tablespoons of butter or margarine to the streusel mixture
  7. With your fingertips, mix the streusel ingredients until you achieve a coarse sandy texture
  8. Grease a baking pan with margarine and dust with all-purpose flour
  9. Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly
  10. Distribute the streusel over the cake batter, covering the entire surface
  11. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for approximately 40 to 50 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and cooked through
  12. Remove from the oven and let it cool before serving

Observations

Cuca is a traditional Brazilian cake, popular in many regions of the country, especially in the south. Its main characteristic is the soft and fluffy dough, covered with a crunchy and sweet streusel topping, often flavored with cinnamon. It is a versatile recipe, ideal for breakfast or afternoon tea, prepared with simple and easily accessible ingredients.

This cuca 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 streusel makes every bite a flavorful and comforting experience.

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