Este bolo de banana e canela é a definição de comida de conforto. Húmido, fofo e com um aroma irresistível que perfuma a casa, é a forma perfeita de aproveitar aquelas bananas mais maduras. A sua preparação é incrivelmente simples, resultando num bolo delicioso para qualquer lanche ou pequeno-almoço.

Ingredientes (6 Pessoas)

  • 3 ovos
  • 3/4 de chávena de óleo
  • 5 bananas esmagadas
  • 2 1/2 chávenas de farinha
  • 2 chávenas de açúcar
  • 1 colher de sopa de canela
  • 1 colher de sopa de fermento em pó
  • manteiga para a forma
  • farinha para a forma
  • açúcar em pó
  • canela em pó

Preparação

  1. Bata os ovos, o óleo, as bananas, o açúcar e a canela.
  2. Passe a mistura para um recipiente e junte a farinha e o fermento e mexa.
  3. Unte uma forma de chaminé com manteiga e polvilhe-a com farinha.
  4. Transfira a massa para a forma.
  5. Leve ao forno, pré-aquecido a 220º C, por aproximadamente 40 minutos.
  6. Desenforme morno e polvilhe-o com açúcar em pó e canela.

Ready for a slice of pure comfort? Here is the English version below.

Banana and Cinnamon Cake

There’s something incredibly comforting about the smell of a banana cake baking in the oven. This recipe is a classic for a reason: it’s wonderfully moist, packed with sweet banana flavour, and beautifully spiced with warm cinnamon. It’s the perfect, fuss-free bake for using up those overripe bananas sitting on your counter, transforming them into a delicious treat that the whole family will love.

The secret to this cake’s tender crumb is the use of oil, which guarantees a moist texture that lasts for days. The method is incredibly straightforward, coming together in one bowl with minimal effort, making it an ideal recipe for bakers of all levels. It’s a simple, rustic cake that feels like a hug in a slice.

While this cake is delightful on its own, it’s also wonderfully versatile. For some added texture, try folding in a handful of chopped walnuts or pecans, or even some chocolate chips. It’s delicious served warm, and a simple dusting of icing sugar and cinnamon is all it needs to be ready to serve. For a more decadent touch, a drizzle of caramel sauce or a simple cream cheese frosting would be divine.

Ingredients (Serves 6)

  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 5 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 1/2 cups plain flour
  • 2 cups caster sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • Butter, for greasing the tin
  • Flour, for dusting the tin
  • Icing sugar, for dusting
  • Ground cinnamon, for dusting

Method

  1. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, oil, mashed bananas, sugar, and cinnamon until well combined.
  2. Sift in the flour and baking powder and mix gently until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
  3. Grease a bundt or ring tin with butter and dust it with flour.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared tin.
  5. Bake in a preheated oven at 220°C (200°C Fan / Gas Mark 7) for approximately 40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
  6. Allow to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack. Dust with icing sugar and cinnamon before serving.