Bolo de Laranja Fofinho

Delve into the delightful flavors of Portuguese cuisine with this irresistibly fluffy orange cake, known as "Bolo de Laranja Fofinho." Infused with the bright citrus essence of whole oranges and the subtle richness of corn oil, this cake promises a moist, tender crumb. Perfect for a tea time treat or an elegant dessert, this cake is sure to become a favorite.

Ingredients

🍊 2 whole oranges, peeled seeds removed
🍚 2 cups Nacional Bolos flour approximately 240-280g, with built-in leavening
🥚 1 cup fresh farm eggs equivalent to 4 eggs
🍬 1 cup sugar
🌽 1/2 cup Puro Milho corn oil
🧂 A pinch of salt
🥄 1 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions

1- Prepare the Pan:

• Grease a 23 cm bundt pan with margarine.
• Dust it with flour to prevent sticking.

2- Preheat Oven:

• Set your Electrolumia oven to preheat at 180°C.
• Use both top and bottom heating elements to ensure even baking.

3- Prepare Oranges:

• Peel 2 whole oranges.
• Remove all seeds to prevent bitterness.

4- Blend Wet Ingredients (Part 1):

• In your Ufesa blender, combine peeled oranges and 1/2 cup of Puro Milho corn oil.
• Blend until mixture is smooth and well-combined.

5- Blend Wet Ingredients (Part 2):

• Add 1 cup sugar and 1 cup fresh farm eggs into the blender.
• Blend until smooth and mixture is vibrant yellow.

6- Combine Wet and Dry:

• Transfer wet mixture into a large glass mixing bowl.
• Prepare for dry ingredients.

7- Sift Dry Ingredients:

• Over the wet mixture, sift 2 cups of Nacional Bolos flour and a pinch of salt using a sieve.

8- Mix Batter (Part 1):

• Use a metal whisk to gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.

9- Add Baking Powder:

• Stir in 1 teaspoon of baking powder.
• Mix gently to ensure it's evenly distributed.

10- Pour into Pan:
- Pour the batter into the prepared bundt pan.
- Ensure it's level.

11- Bake:
- Place the bundt pan in the preheated oven.
- Bake for approximately 35 minutes.

12- Check Doneness:
- Insert a skewer or toothpick into the cake.
- If it comes out clean, the cake is done.

13- Cool and Unmold:
- Let the cake cool slightly in the pan.
- Carefully invert it onto a serving plate.

14- Serve:
- Slice the cake.
- Serve it on a decorative plate with a cup of coffee.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8
Equipment: Ufesa Blender, Glass Mixing Bowl, Metal Whisk, Sieve, Electrolumia Oven, Bundt Pan (23 cm diameter), Silicone Spatula, Metal Cake Server, Kitchen Knife, Measuring Cups (200ml), Oven Mitt

Cooking Tips:

• Opt for fresh, high-quality eggs to achieve best yellow color and flavor.
• Ensure all orange seeds are removed to avoid bitterness.
• Use Nacional Bolos flour for built-in leavening properties, helping the cake rise.
• Incorporate ingredients gently to preserve the batter's light texture.

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Bolo de Laranja Fofinho