Portuguese Sweet Bread

Prep 3 hours

Cook 30 minutes

Total 3.5 hours

Servings 16

Difficulty Hard

Our Family Story

Portuguese sweet bread is an Easter tradition that became everyday in Hawaii.

Instructions

1
Dissolve yeast in warm water with 1 tsp sugar. Let foam.
2
Beat butter and remaining sugar. Add eggs one at a time.
3
Add yeast mixture, milk, and flour. Knead 10 minutes.
4
Let rise 2 hours until doubled. Punch down and shape into rounds.
5
Let rise 1 hour. Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.

Soft, slightly sweet egg bread from Hawaii Portuguese tradition.