Brazilian recipe
Quick Banana Pie (Torta de banana)
A classic and straightforward banana pie, layered with fruit and finished with a golden topping. This simple recipe captures the comforting flavor of bananas and cinnamon.
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Ingredients
6 to 8 bananas, peeled and sliced lengthwise
1 cup seedless raisins
Ground cinnamon to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
120g melted margarine
3 whole eggs beaten with 1 teaspoon of sugar
1 cup seedless raisins
Ground cinnamon to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
120g melted margarine
3 whole eggs beaten with 1 teaspoon of sugar
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh bananas and raisins in local markets or supermarkets like Shoprite and Pick n Pay. All-purpose flour, baking powder, and sugar are readily available in the baking aisle. Margarine and eggs can be sourced from the dairy and chilled food section.
Preparation method
- Grease a 25 cm by 4.5 cm round baking tin.
- Line the bottom of the tin with the sliced bananas.
- Distribute the raisins evenly over the bananas.
- Sprinkle ground cinnamon on top and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and baking powder.
- Spread this dry mixture over the prepared base in the tin.
- Drizzle the entire surface with the melted margarine.
- Pour the beaten eggs and sugar mixture over the assembly to cover.
- Bake in a moderate oven for approximately 40 minutes.
Observations
This recipe is a Brazilian staple, loved for its ease of preparation and the heartwarming combination of banana and cinnamon. It is the perfect accompaniment for a relaxing afternoon tea or coffee break.
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