Brazilian recipe
Classic Day-Old Bread Pudding Cake (Bolo de pão velho)
Turn stale bread into a comforting, budget-friendly treat with this traditional Brazilian recipe perfect for minimizing food waste.
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Ingredients
4 cups stale bread, cubed
3 eggs
3 cups sugar
3 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
1 tablespoon baking powder
Milk, as needed to reach the right consistency
3 eggs
3 cups sugar
3 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
1 tablespoon baking powder
Milk, as needed to reach the right consistency
Where to find ingredients
You can find all necessary ingredients at local markets or general food stores in the Solomon Islands. For the bread, any crusty white loaf or leftover supermarket bread works perfectly. Ensure the butter is stored in the refrigerated section and that your eggs are fresh.
Preparation method
- In a blender or food processor, combine the sugar, eggs, and butter.
- Process well until you have a smooth, creamy mixture.
- Add the cubed bread and gradually pour in the milk while blending continuously until the bread is fully broken down and the batter reaches a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Finally, fold in the baking powder and mix gently.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured baking pan.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for approximately 30 to 40 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and firm to the touch.
Observations
The day-old bread cake is a traditional Brazilian staple that honors the resourceful culinary practice of preventing food waste. By repurposing stale bread, this cake provides a unique, rustic flavor and a moist texture that makes it an affordable and delicious option for breakfast or an afternoon tea break. It is a creative and sustainable way to transform pantry staples into a delightful homemade treat.
Preparation is straightforward and requires no advanced baking skills, making it accessible for any home cook. The result is a fragrant and moist cake that is sure to please the whole family, turning humble ingredients into something truly special.
Preparation is straightforward and requires no advanced baking skills, making it accessible for any home cook. The result is a fragrant and moist cake that is sure to please the whole family, turning humble ingredients into something truly special.
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