Brazilian recipe
Traditional Homemade Cuca Recipe
Delicious homemade cuca with a fluffy dough and a crunchy crumb topping. A traditional Brazilian recipe, perfect for afternoon coffee.
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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 crumb topping)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for the crumb topping)
1 to 2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the crumb topping)
Ground cinnamon to taste (for the crumb topping)
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 crumb topping)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for the crumb topping)
1 to 2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the crumb topping)
Ground cinnamon to taste (for the crumb topping)
Where to find ingredients
You can find these ingredients at most grocery stores and supermarkets. All-purpose flour, sugar, milk, eggs, butter or margarine, baking powder, and cinnamon are pantry staples. Look for them in the baking aisle, dairy section, and spice rack.
Preparation method
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs with 2 cups of sugar until you get a light 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 you form a smooth and uniform batter
- Prepare the crumb 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 crumb topping mixture
- With your fingertips, mix the crumb topping ingredients until you get a coarse sand texture
- Grease a baking pan with margarine and dust with all-purpose flour
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly
- Distribute the crumb topping over the cake batter, covering the entire surface
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for approximately 40 to 50 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and baked 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 with a crunchy and sweet crumb topping, often flavored with cinnamon. It's a versatile recipe, ideal for breakfast or an afternoon snack, 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 crumb topping 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 crumb topping makes every bite a flavorful and comforting experience.
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