Brazilian recipe
Traditional Homemade Cuca Recipe - Easy
Delicious homemade cuca with a fluffy dough and a crunchy crumble 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 crumble)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for the crumble)
1 to 2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the crumble)
Ground cinnamon to taste (for the crumble)
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 crumble)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for the crumble)
1 to 2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the crumble)
Ground cinnamon to taste (for the crumble)
Where to find ingredients
All-purpose flour, granulated sugar, milk, eggs, butter, margarine, baking powder, and ground cinnamon are widely available in the baking aisle of most supermarkets. Dairy and egg sections will have milk and eggs. Baking supplies are usually together. You can find butter and margarine in the dairy section. Baking powder and cinnamon are typically in the spice or baking aisles. For a more traditional touch, especially if looking for specific cinnamon varieties, a specialty spice shop or an international foods aisle in a large supermarket might offer wider selections.
Preparation method
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs with 2 cups of sugar until you have 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 homogeneous batter
- Prepare the crumble 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 crumble mixture
- Using your fingertips, mix the crumble ingredients until you achieve a coarse sandy 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 crumble 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 it 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 crumble, 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 beginners. The combination of the soft cake with the texture of the crumble 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 beginners. The combination of the soft cake with the texture of the crumble makes every bite a flavorful and comforting experience.
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