Brazilian recipe
Easy Coca-Cola Sponge Cake (Bolo de coca-cola)
A traditional Brazilian soda cake with a fluffy crumb and creamy chocolate topping. The perfect treat for your afternoon tea or coffee break.
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Ingredients
1 cup sugar
100 g butter
4 eggs
1 can Coca-Cola
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cocoa powder
1 tbsp baking powder
1 can table cream (creme de leite)
3 tbsp sugar (for the topping)
2 tbsp butter (for the topping)
2 tbsp cocoa powder (for the topping)
100 g butter
4 eggs
1 can Coca-Cola
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cocoa powder
1 tbsp baking powder
1 can table cream (creme de leite)
3 tbsp sugar (for the topping)
2 tbsp butter (for the topping)
2 tbsp cocoa powder (for the topping)
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local supermarkets or dukas in Tanzania. 'Creme de leite' (table cream) is essential for the authentic texture; if unavailable, a thick heavy cream or a mix of sour cream and sugar can serve as a local substitute, though the original product is preferred for the classic taste.
Preparation method
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the sugar and butter together until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Separate the egg yolks from the whites, keeping the whites aside for later.
- Add the yolks to the butter and sugar mixture, beating well until fully incorporated.
- Pour in the Coca-Cola, alternating with the dry ingredients (flour and cocoa powder), and mix steadily.
- Fold in the baking powder and stir gently.
- Whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the stiff egg whites into the batter, using an upward motion to keep the mixture airy.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured ring cake pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 35 to 45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake bakes, prepare the topping: in a saucepan, combine the creme de leite, 3 tablespoons of sugar, butter, and 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder.
- Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Remove the cake from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then carefully remove it from the pan.
- Pour the warm chocolate topping over the cake and serve while still warm.
Observations
This Coca-Cola cake is a beloved classic in Brazilian home cooking, cherished for its simplicity and unique flavor profile. Incorporating the carbonated soft drink into the batter creates a moist, airy texture with a deep cocoa finish. A rich, creamy topping completes the dessert, making it an excellent choice for a morning pick-me-up, a late afternoon snack, or as a centerpiece for gatherings.
Crafting this cake is more straightforward than one might expect. By following these precise steps, you will achieve a professional result, even with minimal baking experience. The topping, prepared with just a handful of pantry staples, perfectly balances the sweetness of the sponge.
Crafting this cake is more straightforward than one might expect. By following these precise steps, you will achieve a professional result, even with minimal baking experience. The topping, prepared with just a handful of pantry staples, perfectly balances the sweetness of the sponge.
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