Bolo de Milho

Bolo de Milho is a traditional Brazilian corn cake that offers a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a light lunch. This vegetarian dish is moist and fluffy, showcasing the natural sweetness of corn in every bite.

Ingredients

• Cornmeal - 100g
• Fresh corn kernels - 150g
• Milk - 100ml
• Eggs - 2
• Sugar - 50g
• Baking powder - 1 tsp
• Salt - 1/2 tsp
• Vegetable oil - 50ml
• Cheese (optional, for topping) - 50g

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a blender, combine the fresh corn kernels, milk, eggs, and vegetable oil. Blend until smooth.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
4. Pour the blended mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Grease a 20cm round cake pan and pour the batter into it.
6. If desired, sprinkle cheese on top of the batter.
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 before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in carbohydrates for energy.
• Contains fiber which aids digestion.

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