Brazilian recipe
Simple and Fluffy Banana Cake (Bolo de banana)
A classic banana cake recipe that is quick to prepare in a blender. Perfect for afternoon tea, with a moist and incredibly tender crumb.
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Ingredients
2 eggs
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup boiling water
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
4 ripe bananas-nanicas
Sugar and ground cinnamon to taste for sprinkling
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1 cup boiling water
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
4 ripe bananas-nanicas
Sugar and ground cinnamon to taste for sprinkling
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these pantry staples at local Solomon Islands grocery stores and markets. Look for ripe bananas at the local produce stalls, as they are essential for the best flavor. For the vegetable oil and flour, standard supermarket brands are perfectly suitable.
Preparation method
- Place the eggs, boiling water, oil, and one sliced banana into the blender jar.
- Blend well until the mixture is completely smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the flour and sugar to the bowl and stir with a spoon or whisk until fully incorporated.
- Gently fold in the baking powder.
- Grease a round cake pan with butter and lightly dust it with flour.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Slice the remaining three bananas lengthwise and arrange them on top of the batter in the pan.
- Sprinkle the top of the cake with sugar and cinnamon to taste.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C until the cake is golden and firm to the touch. Perform the toothpick test to ensure the center is fully cooked.
Observations
This banana cake is a staple in Brazilian home kitchens, celebrated for its simplicity and unmistakable flavor. Ideal for breakfast or an afternoon snack, it balances the natural sweetness of bananas with a light, airy batter, creating a comforting treat for any time of day. The preparation is remarkably fast, using a blender to streamline the process and ensure a smooth, uniform texture.
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