Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Coca-Cola Cake (Bolo de coca-cola)
A traditional Brazilian-style Coca-Cola cake: incredibly fluffy, moist, and finished with a rich, creamy frosting. Perfect for your afternoon tea.
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Ingredients
1 cup sugar
100g butter
4 eggs
1 can Coca-Cola
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cocoa powder
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 can (approx. 300g) table cream
3 tablespoons sugar (for the frosting)
2 tablespoons butter (for the frosting)
2 tablespoons cocoa powder (for the frosting)
100g butter
4 eggs
1 can Coca-Cola
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cocoa powder
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 can (approx. 300g) table cream
3 tablespoons sugar (for the frosting)
2 tablespoons butter (for the frosting)
2 tablespoons cocoa powder (for the frosting)
Where to find ingredients
You can find all ingredients at local supermarkets like Shoprite, Carrefour, or Capital Shoppers. Table cream is usually found in the tinned goods aisle. If table cream is unavailable, a high-fat heavy cream acts as a suitable substitute.
Preparation method
- Preheat your oven to 180°C.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the sugar and butter together until the mixture is pale and fluffy.
- Separate the egg yolks from the whites, keeping the whites aside for later.
- Add the egg yolks to the butter and sugar mixture, beating well until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add the Coca-Cola to the mixture, alternating with the dry ingredients (flour and cocoa powder), whisking continuously.
- Add the baking powder and fold it in gently.
- Whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the beaten egg whites into the cake batter, using a gentle upward motion to maintain the airiness.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured ring 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 frosting: in a small saucepan, combine the table cream, 3 tablespoons of sugar, butter, and 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder.
- Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the frosting thickens slightly.
- Remove the cake from the oven, let it cool slightly, then carefully turn it out onto a plate.
- Pour the frosting over the warm cake and serve.
Observations
This Coca-Cola cake is a cherished classic in Brazilian households, renowned for its simple preparation and unmistakable flavor. The carbonated soda acts as a leavening agent and flavor enhancer, resulting in a dark, velvety, and moist chocolate sponge. Topped with a luscious, creamy icing, this cake is a crowd-pleasing treat that fits perfectly with morning coffee, afternoon tea, or any special celebration.
Preparing this cake is straightforward and rewarding, even for novice bakers. By following these steps carefully, you will achieve a professional finish at home. The icing, crafted from basic pantry staples, perfectly balances the richness of the sponge, ensuring every slice is a delightful experience.
Preparing this cake is straightforward and rewarding, even for novice bakers. By following these steps carefully, you will achieve a professional finish at home. The icing, crafted from basic pantry staples, perfectly balances the richness of the sponge, ensuring every slice is a delightful experience.
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