Bolo de Fubá

Bolo de Fubá is a traditional Brazilian cornmeal cake that's moist, sweet, and lightly flavored with coconut. It's perfect for a cozy breakfast or afternoon snack, offering a taste of Brazilian comfort in every bite.

Ingredients

• Cornmeal - 150 grams
• Sugar - 100 grams
• Milk - 200 milliliters
• Vegetable oil - 50 milliliters
• Eggs - 2 large
• Baking powder - 10 grams
• Grated coconut - 50 grams
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small round cake pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, sugar, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.
5. Fold in the baking powder and grated coconut until evenly distributed.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool for a few minutes in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

• Calories: 270
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in carbohydrates, providing energy for the day.
• Contains dietary fiber, which aids in digestion.

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