This Banana Dulce de Leche Cuca is the ultimate comfort dessert! Imagine layers of soft, moist banana cake topped with creamy dulce de leche and a buttery, crumbly cinnamon topping. Perfect for brunches, gatherings, or a cozy afternoon treat, this dessert is a Brazilian classic that everyone will adore.
Ingredients:
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 tbsp baking powder
For topping:
- 4 bananas, sliced
- Dulce de leche (to taste)
Crumb Topping:
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp chilled butter
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions:
Begin by preheating your oven to 180°C (350°F). In a bowl, beat eggs with sugar and butter until creamy. Gradually add flour, alternating with milk, and finally mix in the baking powder gently until well combined.
Pour batter into a greased rectangular baking dish. Arrange banana slices on top and drizzle generously with dulce de leche.
Prepare the crumb topping by mixing flour, chilled butter, sugar, and cinnamon with your fingertips until you have a crumbly texture. Sprinkle this evenly over your banana and dulce de leche layer.
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 45 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly, slice, and enjoy with a warm cup of coffee!
Why this recipe works: The combination of bananas and dulce de leche provides a rich sweetness, while the buttery crumb topping creates the perfect contrast in texture, ensuring every bite is deliciously satisfying!
