Pão de Mel

Pão de Mel is a healthy Brazilian breakfast treat made with whole grains and natural sweeteners, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures. Perfect for pairing with coffee or tea, this dish provides a wholesome start to your day.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat flour - 100 grams
• Oat flour - 50 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
• Ground ginger - 1/2 teaspoon
• Honey - 60 grams
• Almond milk - 100 milliliters
• Egg - 1 large
• Chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds) - 30 grams
• Dark chocolate (70% cocoa) - 30 grams, melted

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small baking dish.
2. In a bowl, mix the whole wheat flour, oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and ginger.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the honey, almond milk, and egg until well combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped nuts for added texture.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the Pão de Mel cool for a few minutes before drizzling with melted dark chocolate.
9. Cut into squares and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6.5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from whole grains which promotes digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from nuts that support heart health.

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