Brazilian recipe
Traditional Homemade Cuca: Easy Recipe
Delicious homemade cuca with a fluffy dough and crunchy streusel 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 streusel)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for the streusel)
1 to 2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the streusel)
Ground cinnamon to taste (for the streusel)
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 to 2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the streusel)
Ground cinnamon to taste (for the streusel)
Where to find ingredients
Flour, sugar, milk, eggs, butter, baking powder, and cinnamon can be found in most grocery stores. Look for these items in the baking aisle, dairy section, and spice aisle.
Preparation method
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs with 2 cups of sugar until you get a pale 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 homogeneous dough is formed
- Prepare the streusel topping: in another bowl, combine 1 cup of sugar, 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, and ground cinnamon to taste
- Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of butter or margarine to the streusel mixture
- With your fingertips, mix the streusel ingredients until you get a coarse sandy texture
- Grease a baking pan with butter or margarine and dust with all-purpose flour
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly
- Distribute the streusel topping over the cake batter, covering the entire surface
- 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
- Remove from the oven and let 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 streusel, 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 kitchen beginners. The combination of the soft cake with the texture of the streusel makes every bite a flavorful and comforting experience.
This cuca recipe has been adapted for home baking, with clear steps to ensure a perfect result, even for kitchen beginners. The combination of the soft cake with the texture of the streusel makes every bite a flavorful and comforting experience.
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