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origins & traditionsThis traditional Brazilian banana cake, known as Bolo de Banana com Canela, is a beloved homestyle dessert found in kitchens throughout Brazil. Unlike heavy cakes, this version is light and tender, with a delicate crumb that melts in your mouth. The combination of mashed ripe bananas and ground cinnamon creates an irresistible aroma that fills your home while baking. Often served during afternoon coffee breaks or as a simple dessert after family meals, this cake represents the comforting flavors of Brazilian home cooking. The recipe is forgiving and accessible to bakers of all levels, making it a perfect choice for those new to Brazilian desserts. Serve it plain, dusted with cinnamon sugar, or with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special treat.
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan with butter and lightly dust with flour, tapping out excess.
In a large mixing bowl, mash 3 ripe bananas with a fork until smooth with some small chunks remaining.
Add the eggs to the mashed bananas and whisk together until well combined.
Pour in the milk and melted butter, whisking until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Mix well with a whisk to distribute the cinnamon evenly.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding gently with a rubber spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; some small lumps are fine.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly with the spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
Turn the cake out onto a cooling rack and allow it to cool completely before slicing.
Optional: Dust with additional cinnamon or powdered sugar before serving.
Bolo de Banana com Canela
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A moist and fragrant Brazilian banana cake spiced with cinnamon, perfect for afternoon coffee or tea. This simple yet delicious dessert showcases the natural sweetness of ripe bananas combined with warm spices.
easy
1h 5m
8 servings
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 3 pieces banana, ripe, mashed
- 3 pieces eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cups milk
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoons vanilla-extract (optional)
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups flour, all-purpose
- 1 cups sugar, granulated
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon, ground
- 1/4 teaspoons salt
Chef Tips
expert advice•Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
•If your bananas are not quite ripe enough, you can roast them in their skins at 300°F for 15 minutes to enhance their sweetness.
•For a richer version, add 2 tablespoons of honey to the wet ingredients.
•You can also add chopped walnuts or chocolate chips to the batter for variation.
•The cake tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together.
•For a special presentation, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of dulce de leche.
•This cake can easily be made in a bundt pan for a more elegant presentation; just increase the baking time by 5-10 minutes.
