Pao De Mel Portuguese Honey Bread

Immerse yourself in the rich, aromatic flavors of *Pão De Mel*, a traditional Portuguese honey bread that doubles as a heartwarming dessert or snack. This delightful recipe combines luscious honey, warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, and a moist, tender crumb, creating a treat that is both comforting and indulgent. Made with simple pantry staples and enriched with butter and eggs, this spiced bread comes together in under an hour, making it a perfect choice for cozy afternoons or special occasions. For an added layer of decadence, drizzle the loaf with melted dark chocolate, turning it into an irresistible centerpiece for your tea or coffee breaks. Ideal for fans of honey, spices, and European baked goods, this pão de mel offers a taste of Portugal that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 150 grams Honey
• 100 grams Brown sugar
• 75 grams Butter
• 125 milliliters Milk
• 2 large Eggs
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 150 grams Dark chocolate (optional, for glazing)
• 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil (for greasing the pan)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a loaf pan or small cake pan with vegetable oil.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, add the honey, brown sugar, and milk. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved, then remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.

Step 4

In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Gradually add the cooled honey mixture to the eggs, stirring to combine.

Step 5

Slowly mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until a smooth batter forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

If desired, melt the dark chocolate in a microwave or over a double boiler and drizzle it over the cooled bread for an extra indulgent touch.

Step 10

Slice and serve the pão de mel on its own or with a cup of tea or coffee. Enjoy this spiced and moist treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(975.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3397.9

Total Fat 127.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 559.9mg	0%
Sodium 2735.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 518.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.3g	0%
Total Sugars 299.6g
Protein 51.6g	0%

Vitamin D 150.7IU	0%
Calcium 475.8mg	0%
Iron 33.1mg	0%
Potassium 1699.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.5%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 60.4%