Broa Doce (Sweet Portuguese Bread) Recipe

Name: Broa Doce (Sweet Portuguese Bread) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 c. Butter or possibly margarine, melted; 3/4 c. 1% lowfat milk; 1/3 c. Granulated sugar; 1 pkt Active dry yeast; 2 x Large eggs, room temperature; 3 c. To 3-1/4 c. flour; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1 x Egg yolk; 2 Tbsp. Water; 1 Tbsp. Coarse or possibly raw sugar*

Servings: persons

1
* Coarse or possibly raw sugar is available in specialty stores.
2
Heat butter in saucepan on stovetop.
3
Add in lowfat milk and sugar; stir well and heat to 110 degrees F, slightly more than lukewarm.
4
Pour into mixing bowl, stir in yeast to dissolve and let stand 10 min.
5
Beat in Large eggs, then gradually beat in flour mixed with salt.
6
Knead dough till smooth and elastic on lightly floured surface.
7
Cover with a damp towel and let rise till doubled.
8
Punch dough down, shape into a 7-inch round.
9
Place in greased 9-inch cake pan.
10
Beat egg yolk with water and brush over dough; sprinkle with coarse or possibly raw sugar.
11
Cover with damp towel and let rise in a hot place till doubled.
12
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake 45 to 50 min, or possibly till well browned and hollow sounding when tapped lightly.
13
Cold on rack.
14
Serve hot or possibly toasted.
15
To serve, cut bread into quarters, then slice each quarter into five slices, each about 1-inch thick.
16
Makes one 9-inch round loaf

989

kcal

Calories

Fat

164

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 c. Butter or possibly margarine, melted, 3/4 c. 1% lowfat milk, 1/3 c. Granulated sugar, 1 pkt Active dry yeast, and more.

Yes, Broa Doce (Sweet Portuguese Bread) Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!