Brazilian recipe
Old Bread Cake (Bolo de pão velho)
Turn day-old bread into a delicious, budget-friendly cake. A traditional Brazilian recipe, perfect for using up leftovers.
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Ingredients
4 cups cubed old bread
3 eggs
3 cups sugar
3 tablespoons room-temperature butter
1 tablespoon baking powder
Milk, enough to reach the right consistency
3 eggs
3 cups sugar
3 tablespoons room-temperature butter
1 tablespoon baking powder
Milk, enough to reach the right consistency
Where to find ingredients
Find the ingredients in the baking aisle, dairy section, and bread shelf at a local supermarket or neighbourhood grocery. If needed, stale bread can be replaced with any plain day-old bread with a similar texture.
Preparation method
- In a blender or stand mixer, add the sugar, eggs, and butter
- Beat well until you have a smooth cream
- Add the cubed old bread and begin pouring in the milk little by little, beating continuously until the bread is well broken down and the batter reaches a creamy, even consistency
- Finally, fold in the baking powder and mix gently
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured pan
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 30 to 40 minutes, or until the cake is golden and firm to the touch
Observations
Old bread cake is a traditional Brazilian recipe that reflects the habit of making the most of food and avoiding waste. Made with stale bread, this cake stands out for its simplicity and distinct flavour, making it an economical and tasty option for breakfast or an afternoon snack. It is a creative way to reinvent ingredients that might otherwise be thrown away, turning them into a delicacy.
The method is straightforward and does not require advanced cooking skills, making it accessible to everyone. The result is a moist cake with an irresistible aroma that pleases the whole family.
The method is straightforward and does not require advanced cooking skills, making it accessible to everyone. The result is a moist cake with an irresistible aroma that pleases the whole family.
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