Portuguese Sweet Bread (Massa Sovada)”

August 27, 2025 by Camila

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Activate the Yeast Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water and let it rise until doubled.
2. Prepare the Base In a saucepan, melt butter and shortening in milk. Let it cool to lukewarm.
3. Mix the Wet Ingredients Beat eggs and sugar together in a medium bowl.
4. Combine Everything In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the egg-sugar mixture, the melted milk mixture, and finally the yeast. Knead until smooth (about 20 minutes). The dough will be wet—resist adding extra flour.
5. First Rise Cover and let rise until doubled, about 6–8 hours.
6. Shape the Loaves Punch down the dough, shape into loaves, and place in buttered and floured pans. Let rise again until dough fills the pan.
7. Bake Brush tops with egg wash and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 40 minutes, or until golden.