Brazilian Honey Cake (Pão de Mel) – A beloved Brazilian treat

Brazilian honey cake, also known as “Pão de Mel” in Portuguese, is a beloved Brazilian treat that combines elements of cake and cookie. It consists of layers of spiced honey cake sandwiched together with a sweet filling, typically dulce de leche or a chocolate ganache, and coated in chocolate.

The name “Pão de Mel” translates to “honey bread” in English, but it’s more akin to a cake than bread. The cake layers are made with flour, honey, spices such as cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, as well as other ingredients like sugar, eggs, and cocoa powder for a chocolate variation. The batter is poured into small rectangular or square molds and baked until golden and fragrant.

Once the cake layers are baked and cooled, they are filled with dulce de leche or chocolate ganache, creating a deliciously sweet and rich center. The assembled cakes are then coated in a layer of chocolate, which can be dark, milk, or white chocolate, depending on preference. Some variations also include sprinkles or decorative designs on top of the chocolate coating.

Making Brazilian honey cake, or Pão de Mel, can be an enjoyable experience! It’s a recipe that combines toasty spices, rich honey, and decadent chocolate to make a tasty and soothing dessert. In Brazil, family recipes for Pão de Mel are often passed down through generations. Making Brazilian honey cake at home is a cherished custom for many Brazilians. It involves baking, filling, and coating the cakes with love and care. Here’s how the procedure works:

Ingredients:

For the cake:

• 1 cup honey
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 2 eggs
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup milk

For the filling:

• Dulce de leche or chocolate ganache

For the chocolate coating:

• 8 ounces chocolate (dark, milk, or white), chopped
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a square or rectangular baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the honey, sugar, and butter. Stir continuously until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs. Gradually add the cooled honey mixture while stirring continuously.
4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, until a smooth batter forms.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.
8. Once the cake is cool, cut it into small rectangles or squares.
9. Spread dulce de leche or chocolate ganache onto one piece of cake and sandwich it with another piece to form a “cake sandwich”.
10. In a heatproof bowl, melt the chocolate and butter together, either using a double boiler or in the microwave in short bursts, stirring frequently until smooth.
11. Dip each cake sandwich into the melted chocolate, ensuring it is completely coated. Place the coated cakes on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to catch any drips.
12. Allow the chocolate coating to set at room temperature or refrigerate until firm.
13. Once the chocolate coating is firm, your Brazilian honey cakes (Pão de Mel) are ready to be enjoyed!

Pão de Mel is often enjoyed as a snack or dessert in Brazil, especially during festive occasions like Christmas and Easter. Its combination of warm spices, sweet filling, and chocolate coating makes it a delightful treat for those with a sweet tooth.

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