Brazilian Broa (Corn Bread)

Brazilian Broa (Corn Bread)

This is my mother-in-law’s recipe from when she lived in Brazil for 6 years. It may look like a little pancake, but it is a sweet treat. Serve broas when then have cooled completely.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Yield:
24 servings
Servings:
24

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup milk, at room temperature
  • ¼ cup melted butter

Directions

Step 1
Mix sugar, cornmeal, flour, and salt together in bowl until combined; add eggs.

Step 2
Stir milk and melted butter in a bowl until smooth; stir into the cornmeal mixture until smooth, about 5 minutes.

Step 3
Grease a griddle; place over high heat. Drop tablespoonfuls of the cornmeal mixture into the skillet; cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes each side.

Cook’s Note:

Margarine can be substituted for butter, if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

117
Calories
3g
Fat
22g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 24
Calories 117
% Daily Value *
Total Fat3g 3%
Saturated Fat2g 8%
Cholesterol16mg 5%
Sodium72mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate22g 8%
Dietary Fiber0g 1%
Total Sugars13g
Protein2g
Calcium16mg 1%
Iron1mg 3%
Potassium36mg 1%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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