Brazilian recipe
Homemade Corn Cake (Bolo de pamonha)
Bolo de pamonha is a traditional Brazilian cake with a bold corn flavor, a soft texture, and a simple method, perfect for parties and snacks.
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Ingredients
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 cups whole milk (requeijão cup)
12 large ears of corn, with kernels well ripe and juicy
1 cup vegetable oil (requeijão cup)
100 grams finely grated Parmesan cheese
5 whole eggs
2 cups sugar (requeijão cup)
2 cups whole milk (requeijão cup)
12 large ears of corn, with kernels well ripe and juicy
1 cup vegetable oil (requeijão cup)
100 grams finely grated Parmesan cheese
5 whole eggs
2 cups sugar (requeijão cup)
Where to find ingredients
Look for fresh corn at local produce markets or the vegetables section of supermarkets, and buy eggs, milk, vegetable oil, sugar, butter, flour, baking powder, and Parmesan-style cheese in the dairy and baking aisles. If needed, use a fine-grated hard cheese as a substitute for Parmesan.
Preparation method
- Carefully remove the kernels from the ears of corn using a knife or a corn mill.
- In a blender, add the corn kernels, eggs, oil, sugar, and milk.
- Blend everything until you get a smooth, creamy mixture.
- If the batter becomes too thin because of the large corn kernels, add a little all-purpose flour until it reaches a firmer consistency.
- Mix the grated Parmesan cheese into the batter.
- Finally, add the baking powder and stir gently to combine.
- Grease a large pan or several smaller pans with butter and all-purpose flour.
- Pour the batter into the pans and bake in a preheated medium oven at 180°C.
- Bake for about 45 minutes or until the cake is golden and firm to the touch.
- Do the toothpick test to check whether it is baked through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool before unmolding.
Observations
Bolo de pamonha is a typical Brazilian dessert that brings together the flavor of fresh corn with a soft, moist texture. Made with simple ingredients such as corn, eggs, and cheese, it is a practical and delicious way to enjoy the taste of corn in cake form. The recipe is versatile, so it can be baked in one large pan or in smaller portions, and it is perfect for parties, coffee breaks, or special snacks.
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