Delicious Peanut Cake Recipe (Bolo de Amendoim) – Easy & Flavorful

Learn how to make a delicious peanut cake, perfect for accompanying coffee or for dessert. A simple and tasty recipe for the whole family.

Summary

• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Tips and Variations
• CHEF’s Tips

Ingredients

Peanut cake batter

• 3 eggs
• 1 cup (tea) sugar
• 1/2 cup (tea) oil
• 1 cup (tea) milk
• 2 cups (tea) wheat flour
• 1 cup (tea) roasted and ground peanuts
• 1 tablespoon baking powder

Topping (optional)

• 1 can condensed milk
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 tablespoons roasted and ground peanuts for decoration

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a baking pan.
2. In a blender, beat the eggs, sugar, oil, and milk.
3. In a bowl, mix the wheat flour, ground peanuts, and baking powder.
4. Add the liquid mixture to the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. Pour the batter into the pan and bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and firm.
6. For the topping, mix condensed milk and butter in a saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
7. Cover the peanut cake with the topping and decorate with ground peanuts.

Tips and Variations

• For a more intense peanut flavor, add peanut butter to the batter.
• Substitute cow’s milk with coconut milk for a lactose-free version.
• Add chocolate chips to the batter for a special touch.
• Serve the peanut cake with a scoop of ice cream for an even tastier dessert.
• The peanut cake is delicious with a fresh cup of coffee.

CHEF’s Tips

To ensure your peanut cake turns out perfectly, it’s crucial that the ingredients are at room temperature. This facilitates ingredient emulsification, resulting in a smoother and fluffier batter. Also, when toasting the peanuts, make sure they are lightly golden, which enhances the cake’s flavor and aroma. The quality of the peanuts directly influences the final result, so choose fresh, good-quality peanuts. If desired, add a pinch of salt to the batter to balance the sweetness and intensify the peanut flavor. For a richer topping, use melted semi-sweet chocolate with heavy cream, finishing with chopped peanuts for crunchiness. This peanut cake is an excellent option for various occasions, from a simple afternoon snack to a special celebration.