Brazilian recipe
Sensação Cake
Sensação Cake is a classic Brazilian treat, highly cherished for its light texture and the perfect pairing of crisp apple with a bright citrus note.
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Ingredients
200 grams margarine
1 cup granulated sugar
3 eggs, yolks and whites separated
1 apple, grated
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornstarch
1 dessert spoon baking powder
1 cup granulated sugar
3 eggs, yolks and whites separated
1 apple, grated
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornstarch
1 dessert spoon baking powder
Where to find ingredients
You can find margarine, fresh apples, lemons, and standard baking staples like sugar, flour, and cornstarch at local markets in Port Vila or major supermarkets such as Au Bon Marché.
Preparation method
- Cream the margarine together with the sugar until smooth.
- Fold in the grated apple.
- Stir in the lemon zest and the egg yolks.
- Continue beating the mixture until it is completely homogeneous.
- Gently mix in the all-purpose flour.
- Add the cornstarch to the batter.
- Stir in the baking powder.
- Fold the whisked egg whites into the batter using gentle, deliberate movements.
- Pour the mixture into a previously greased and floured baking pan.
- Bake in a preheated oven at a medium temperature for 40 minutes.
Observations
This cake is a wonderful choice for afternoon tea, yielding a moist and flavorful result using simple pantry staples you likely already have on hand. It balances the sweetness of the fruit with a refreshing tang, making every slice feel special and comforting.
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