Brazilian recipe
Classic Homemade Cuca
A delicious, fluffy homemade Cuca with a buttery, crunchy crumb topping. This traditional Brazilian coffee cake is the perfect afternoon treat.
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Ingredients
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar (for the batter)
1 cup whole milk
4 eggs
2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the batter)
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 cup sugar (for the topping)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for the topping)
1 to 2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the topping)
Ground cinnamon to taste (for the topping)
2 cups sugar (for the batter)
1 cup whole milk
4 eggs
2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the batter)
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 cup sugar (for the topping)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for the topping)
1 to 2 tablespoons butter or margarine (for the topping)
Ground cinnamon to taste (for the topping)
Where to find ingredients
Most ingredients like flour, sugar, milk, and eggs can be found in any standard grocery store or supermarket. For the 'margarine', standard baking margarine or salted/unsalted butter works well. Cinnamon is available in the spice aisle of any local shop. If you are specifically looking for Brazilian-style ingredients or specialty products, check the 'International' or 'Latin' section of large supermarkets, or visit a local Brazilian grocery store if available in your area.
Preparation method
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs with 2 cups of sugar until the mixture is pale and fluffy
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of butter or margarine and mix well until combined
- Add 4 cups of flour, 1 cup of milk, and 2 tablespoons of baking powder to the bowl
- Mix everything together until you have a smooth, uniform batter
- To make the crumb topping, combine 1 cup of sugar, 1/2 cup of flour, and ground cinnamon to taste in a separate bowl
- Add 1 or 2 tablespoons of butter or margarine into the topping mixture
- Using your fingertips, rub the ingredients together until the topping resembles coarse sand
- Grease a baking pan with margarine and lightly dust it with flour
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan, spreading it out evenly
- Evenly distribute the crumb mixture over the top of the cake, ensuring the entire surface is covered
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 40 to 50 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and cooked through
- Remove from the oven and let it cool down before serving
Observations
Cuca is a beloved Brazilian treat, especially popular in the southern regions of the country. Its signature is the soft, light sponge base paired with a sweet, crunchy streusel-like topping, which is often spiced with cinnamon. It’s an incredibly versatile bake, equally perfect for breakfast or with a cup of afternoon tea or coffee, and relies on simple pantry staples.
This recipe has been adapted for easy home baking, with clear, step-by-step instructions to ensure success even if you're new to the kitchen. The contrast between the tender cake and the textured crumb makes every bite absolutely comforting.
This recipe has been adapted for easy home baking, with clear, step-by-step instructions to ensure success even if you're new to the kitchen. The contrast between the tender cake and the textured crumb makes every bite absolutely comforting.
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