Brazilian recipe
Moist and Fluffy Banana Cake (Bolo de banana)
A classic, blender-made banana cake. This moist and flavorful recipe is a perfect companion for your afternoon coffee or tea.
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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 dwarf bananas
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 dwarf bananas
Sugar and ground cinnamon to taste for sprinkling
Where to find ingredients
All ingredients are available at local grocery stores and markets. Substitute dwarf bananas with any sweet, ripe banana variety available. Use vegetable oil such as sunflower or canola.
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.
- Fold in the baking powder and mix gently.
- Grease a round cake pan with butter and dust with flour.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Slice the remaining three bananas lengthwise and arrange them on top of the batter.
- Sprinkle the top of the cake with sugar and cinnamon to taste.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C until golden and firm to the touch. Perform the toothpick test to ensure the center is fully baked.
Observations
This banana cake is a beloved staple of Brazilian home cooking, renowned for its simplicity and distinct flavor profile. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, it balances the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a light, fluffy crumb. It serves as a comforting treat for any occasion. The preparation is straightforward, utilizing a blender to streamline the mixing process and ensure a perfectly consistent, smooth batter.
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