Brazilian Corn Cookies Broinhas
Delight in the comforting flavors of Brazil with these traditional Brazilian Corn Cookies, known as Broinhas. Crafted with fine cornmeal and a touch of all-purpose flour, these cookies offer a delicate balance of crumbly texture and buttery richness. Lightly sweetened with granulated sugar and infused with optional anise seeds for a subtle licorice aroma, Broinhas are perfect for pairing with a warm cup of coffee or tea. The simple, fuss-free recipe comes together quickly with common pantry staples, making them an ideal snack or dessert option for any occasion. Baked to golden perfection in under 20 minutes, these corn cookies promise a nostalgic taste of Brazilian home cooking while being easy to prepare and store.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams fine cornmeal
- 125 grams all-purpose flour
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 75 grams butter, softened
- 200 milliliters whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon anise seeds (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and anise seeds (if using). Mix well to combine the dry ingredients evenly.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and softened butter until smooth and well incorporated.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing with a wooden spoon or spatula until the dough comes together into a thick, slightly sticky consistency.
With lightly floured hands, scoop out about a tablespoon of dough and roll it into a small ball. Place the ball on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one as they will spread slightly.
Repeat with the remaining dough until all the cookies are formed.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden and the cookies are set.
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the broinhas at room temperature with coffee, tea, or as a standalone snack. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2582 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.9 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.2 g | 231% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 560 mg | 187% | |
| Sodium | 1757 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 407.5 g | 148% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 112.1 g | ||
| Protein | 51.3 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 372 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 985 mg | 21% | |
*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.
