Brazilian recipe
Simple Sponge Cake (Bolo)
A Brazilian classic, this simple cake combines eggs, sugar and flour into a light, practical batter that is perfect with coffee.
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Ingredients
4 eggs
2 cups sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup milk or water
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 cups sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup milk or water
1 tablespoon baking powder
Where to find ingredients
Look for the ingredients in the baking aisle, with eggs and dairy in the refrigerated section, and self-raising or cake flour alongside plain flour; if needed, substitute water for milk as stated in the recipe.
Preparation method
- Start by whisking the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then set them aside
- In a separate bowl, combine the egg yolks, the milk or water, the flour and the sugar
- Mix everything with an electric mixer until you have a smooth batter
- Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the prepared batter
- Add the baking powder and mix gently
- Transfer the batter to a greased cake tin
- Bake in a preheated oven for approximately 40 minutes
Observations
This is a fundamental recipe that wins everyone over with its simplicity and pleasant texture. It is ideal for making quickly when you feel like a homemade sweet treat.
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