Brazilian corn and coconut cake (Bolo de Milho com coco)

40m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 180°c.
  2. 2Add the condensed milk, eggs, melted butter, and sweetcorn to a blender.
  3. 3Blend briefly until combined, do not overblend if you want some corn texture.
  4. 4In a bowl, mix the cornmeal and baking powder together.
  5. 5Pour the blended mixture into the bowl and stir until smooth.
  6. 6Fold in the grated coconut last.
  7. 7Pour the batter into a greased and lined loaf tin.
  8. 8Bake for about 40-50 minutes or until slightly golden on top and set in the middle.
  9. 9Serve warm.

Ingredients

  • 1 can condensed milk
  • 3 eggs
  • 70 g unsalted melted butter
  • 250 g sweetcorn kernels drained (unsalted)
  • 50 g fine cornmeal (fubá mimoso)
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 100 g shredded coconut

Equipment

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Tips

  • Blend ingredients briefly to maintain some corn texture.
  • Serve warm for the best experience.
  • You can substitute butter with coconut oil.