Portuguese Corn Bread for the Bread Machine Broa
Transport your taste buds to Portugal with this delightful Portuguese Corn Bread for the Bread Machine, also known as Broa. Crafted with a harmonious blend of cornmeal, all-purpose flour, and whole wheat flour, this rustic bread boasts a hearty texture and rich flavor that pairs beautifully with soups, stews, or a simple spread of butter. Enhanced by the subtle sweetness of honey and the savory depth of olive oil, this bread is easy to prepare thanks to the convenience of the bread machine. Designed for a medium crust, it delivers the perfect balance of crunch and softness in every slice. Whether you’re a fan of traditional Portuguese cuisine or simply seeking a wholesome homemade loaf, this recipe offers a taste of cultural authenticity right in your own kitchen. Perfectly suited for keyword searches such as "Portuguese corn bread recipe," "Broa bread machine recipe," and "easy cornmeal bread," it promises both exceptional flavor and ease of preparation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 cup Cornmeal
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
Instructions
Add water, olive oil, and honey to the bread machine pan.
Carefully measure and add the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, and whole wheat flour into the pan.
Add salt on one side of the bread pan, ensuring it doesn’t touch the yeast.
Make a small well in the center of the flour mixture. Add the active dry yeast to the well.
Insert the bread pan into the bread machine and secure it properly.
Select the Basic or White Bread cycle, medium crust setting, and press start.
Allow the bread machine to complete the kneading, rising, and baking processes (typically about 3 hours).
Once the cycle is complete, carefully remove the bread pan and turn out the loaf onto a cooling rack.
Allow the bread to cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing to ensure the best texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2218 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.5 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3576 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 422.8 g | 154% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.8 g | 106% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.4 g | ||
| Protein | 49.9 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 949 mg | 20% | |
*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.
