Paraguayan Spelt Bread (chipa De Espelta)

This Paraguayan Spelt Bread, also known as Chipa de Espelta, is a traditional bread from Paraguay made with spelt flour. It's a delicious and nutritious bread that can be enjoyed on its own or with your favorite spread.

Paraguayan Spelt Bread (chipa De Espelta)

Ingredients

  • 3 cups spelt flour
  • 1 cup grated Paraguayan cheese
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the spelt flour, grated cheese, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add the melted butter and milk.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
  5. Form the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes or until the bread is golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Protein
5g
Fat
3g

Supplies

Baking sheet Parchment paper

Tools

Mixing bowl Whisk

Serving suggestions

Serve the Paraguayan Spelt Bread warm with a cup of yerba mate tea for an authentic Paraguayan experience.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can add chopped green onions or jalapeños to the dough for a spicy kick.

Cost

$10