This sweet bread is a staple dessert and breakfast pastry in Portugal. Similar in style to the French brioche, this pillowy roll is adorned with a sweet, coconut topping, along with a healthy smattering of powdered sugar.
Translated, Pão de Deus means Bread of God. And, although, these rolls are a daily find throughout Portugal, they have extraordinary significance during All Saints Day. Including a custom where neighborhood kiddos walk door-to-door, requesting sweets and candy (similar to North American Halloween) in exchange for songs or poetry.
