Brazilian recipe
Orange Cake (Bolo de laranja)
A classic staple of Brazilian home cooking, this orange cake is prized for its fluffy texture and straightforward preparation, making it the perfect companion for coffee.
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Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
1 cup orange juice (or high-quality orange soda)
4 eggs
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups sugar
1 cup orange juice (or high-quality orange soda)
4 eggs
1 teaspoon baking powder
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh citrus, eggs, and basic pantry staples like flour and sugar at local supermarkets or municipal produce markets. For the orange soda, look for carbonated soft drinks in the beverage aisle.
Preparation method
- Start by beating the egg whites until they reach stiff peaks, then add the egg yolks and sugar, beating well until the mixture is homogeneous.
- Incorporate the all-purpose flour and orange juice into the batter, mixing gently.
- Finish by adding the baking powder, mixing just enough to incorporate.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake tin.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 40 minutes, or until the cake is golden and firm.
Observations
This recipe is incredibly practical and relies on simple pantry staples. The secret to achieving a light and airy crumb lies in whipping the egg whites to stiff peaks before folding in the other ingredients.
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