Bolo Baeta (Brazilian Milk Cake)

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Bolo Baeta (Brazilian Milk Cake) recipe for a sweet and creamy dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

540

Sugar

75g

Fat

Bolo Baeta, also known as Brazilian Milk Cake, is a classic Brazilian dessert that is enjoyed by many. This dessert consists of a spongy cake made with flour, eggs, milk, and sugar. It is a popular dessert to serve during special occasions such as weddings, birthdays, and holidays. The cake has a delicate and creamy texture, and is usually served cold. This dessert is commonly topped with confectioners' sugar or cinnamon.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.	In a large mixing bowl, sift flour and confectioners' sugar together. Add zest of 1 lime and a pinch of salt. Mix everything.
3.	In a separate mixing bowl, mix eggs and melted butter.
4.	Slowly add milk to egg mixture, whisking constantly until combined.
5.	Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, whisking until all lumps are gone.
6.	Pour into a 9-inch (23cm) cake pan and bake 50-55 minutes or until golden brown on top.

PROS

Bolo Baeta is a simple and affordable dessert to make, and perfect for those who love sweet and creamy flavors.

This dessert has a light and fluffy texture that will melt in your mouth.

It is also a great choice to serve for guests or at parties.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar and calories, and should be enjoyed in moderation.

Some people may find the texture too soft and not crispy enough.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bolo Baeta is not a particularly healthy dessert, but consuming it occasionally as a part of a balanced diet should not be harmful.
The milk used to make this dessert provides a good source of protein and calcium, while eggs can be a good source of vitamins and minerals.

	4 cups all-purpose flour
	1 quart milk
	3 cups confectioners ' sugar , or more to taste
	3 eggs
	2 tablespoons butter , melted
	1 lime , zested
	1 pinch salt